Ruby Chocolate Hand Pies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper with butter or cooking spray for easy pie removal.

2. 2

   In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.

   Tip: Ensure the ingredients are well combined for an even bake.

3. 3

   Add the cold butter to the bowl and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.

   Tip: Be careful not to overwork the dough, as it can become tough.

4. 4

   Gradually pour in the milk, stirring the mixture with a fork until it forms a dough.

   Tip: If the dough seems too dry, add a little more milk. If it's too wet, add a little more flour.

5. 5

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.

   Tip: Don't overwork the dough, as this can cause it to become tough.

6. 6

   Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 3 mm (1/8 inch) and use a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles of dough.

   Tip: Make sure the dough is evenly rolled out to ensure consistent pie sizes.

7. 7

   Spoon a small amount of ruby chocolate filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.

   Tip: Don't overfill the pies, as this can cause them to burst open during baking.

8. 8

   Fold the other half of the dough circle over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together to seal the pie.

   Tip: Make sure the edges are pressed firmly to prevent the filling from escaping during baking.

9. 9

   Brush the tops of the pies with a little milk and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

   Tip: This will give the pies a nice glaze and add extra sweetness.

10. 10

    Bake the pies for 20-25 minutes, or until they're golden brown.

    Tip: Keep an eye on the pies during the last few minutes of baking, as they can quickly go from golden to burnt.

11. 11

    Allow the pies to cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.

    Tip: This will help the pies set and make them easier to handle.

12. 12

    Serve the ruby chocolate hand pies warm, dust with confectioners' sugar, and enjoy!

    Tip: These pies are best served fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.