Description
Delightful pumpkin hand pies blend classic autumn flavors with buttery, flaky crust for a portable dessert that celebrates seasonal comfort. Warm spices and creamy pumpkin filling nestled in crisp pastry invite you to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (2 sheets) refrigerated pie crusts
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
Spices and Flavorings:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the baking workspace by lining a sheet with parchment paper and heating the oven to 375F (190C).
- Roll out pie crusts and create precise 4-inch diameter circular shapes using a round cookie cutter or glass rim.
- Combine pumpkin puree with brown sugar, aromatic spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves), and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Center approximately one tablespoon of pumpkin mixture onto each dough circle, ensuring equal distribution.
- Carefully fold dough circles into half-moon configurations, pressing edges firmly with fork tines to create complete sealed pockets.
- Apply a delicate egg wash across the surface of each hand pie, then generously dust with granulated sugar for additional texture and sweetness.
- Create small strategic venting slits on the top of each pie using a sharp knife to allow steam release during baking.
- Position hand pies on prepared baking sheet and bake for 22-25 minutes, monitoring until achieving a rich golden-brown exterior and crisp texture.
- Remove from oven and allow minimal cooling time before serving to maintain optimal warmth and flakiness.
Notes
- Chill the pie dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling to ensure a flakier, more tender crust that doesn’t shrink during baking.
- Use room temperature pumpkin puree and mix thoroughly to avoid lumpy filling that could tear the delicate pastry.
- Try alternative spices like cardamom or allspice to create a unique flavor profile that suits personal taste preferences.
- For gluten-free variations, substitute regular pie crust with almond flour or gluten-free pastry dough to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg