Burger King Apple Pie (Restaurant Copycat)

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Instructions

1. 1Prepare the flaky pie dough by combining flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the cold cubed butter pieces and work them into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces remaining, about 3-4 minutes. Drizzle ice water over the mixture one tablespoon at a time, gently mixing with a fork until the dough just begins to come together. Avoid overworking the mixture to maintain flakiness. Shape the dough into a flat disk, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes minimum.
2. 2Create the apple filling by tossing the thinly sliced apples with lemon juice immediately to prevent browning. Combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch in a separate bowl, then add to the apples. Toss thoroughly until every slice is evenly coated. Set aside while the dough chills.
3. 3Preheat your oven to 400°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
4. 4Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to approximately ⅛-inch thickness. Cut circles using a 4-inch round biscuit cutter or drinking glass, re-rolling scraps as needed to create 12-14 rounds total.
5. 5Assemble each hand pie by placing 2-3 tablespoons of apple filling on one half of each dough circle, leaving a ½-inch border around the edge. Avoid overfilling to prevent leaking during baking. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together firmly. Crimp the edges decoratively with a fork or your fingers to seal completely, ensuring no gaps remain.
6. 6Arrange the assembled pies on the prepared baking sheets with 2 inches spacing between each. Brush the tops generously with egg wash for that signature golden finish. Immediately sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the wet egg wash for optimal adhesion and caramelized coating.
7. 7Bake until the crust turns golden brown and crispy, about 20-23 minutes, rotating the baking sheets halfway through for even browning. The pies should feel firm to the touch and show slight bubbling at the seams.
8. 8Cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature for the most authentic Burger King experience.