Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Hand Pies. Made with a spiced pumpkin filling encased in flaky pastry, these handheld treats are perfect for seasonal gatherings or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (for filling)
Crust and Assembly:
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade)
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- Coarse sugar or cinnamon sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix filling: In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Prepare crusts: Roll out pie crusts, cut into circles, and place filling in the center. Fold in half, seal edges, and arrange on baking sheet.
- Egg wash and bake: Brush tops with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, make slits for steam, and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden.
- Cool and serve: Allow pies to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Make the filling a day ahead and refrigerate for convenience.
- Enhance richness by adding a tablespoon of cream cheese or mini chocolate chips to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
