Mini Pumpkin Pies

Name: Pumpkin Hand Pies
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 refrigerated pie crusts.; 1 cup pumpkin puree.; 1/3 cup packed brown sugar.; 2 tablespoons heavy cream.; 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice.; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.; 1 egg.; 1 teaspoon water.; 2 tablespoons coarse sanding sugar.; 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice for topping.

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These aren't your average hand pies - they're adorable mini pumpkins filled with creamy spiced pumpkin filling! Perfectly portable and great for fall parties.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:08:14 GMT

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These pumpkin hand pies wrap fall flavors in flaky pastry perfect for autumn celebrations. Each bite brings creamy pumpkin filling and buttery crust making them ideal for parties or cozy treats at home.

Fall in Your Hand

Sweet pumpkin filling wrapped in golden crust finished with spiced sugar. These portable pies bring autumn's best flavors anywhere you go.

What You Need

Pie Crusts: 2 refrigerated
Pumpkin: 1 cup puree
Brown Sugar: ⅓ cup
Cream: 2 tbsp heavy
Pumpkin Spice: 2 tsp divided
Salt: ¼ tsp kosher
Egg: 1 for wash
Water: 1 tsp
Sugar: 2 tbsp coarse

Let's Bake

Heat Up: 400°F line baking sheets
Cut Shapes: Use pumpkin cutter on crusts chill
Mix Filling: Blend pumpkin sugar cream spices
Fill and Seal: Spoon filling cut vents seal with egg wash
Top and Bake: Sprinkle with sugar spice bake 15-20 minutes

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Autumn's Perfect Treat

These hand pies bring fall flavor to any gathering. Share them at Halloween parties Thanksgiving or anytime you need a taste of autumn.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why do I need to refrigerate the dough between steps?: Keeping the dough cold helps maintain the flaky texture and makes it easier to work with. Warm dough can get sticky and tough.
→ Can I make my own pie crust?: Absolutely! Use your favorite pie crust recipe, just make sure to chill it well before cutting shapes.
→ How do I prevent the filling from leaking?: Don't overfill the pies and make sure to seal the edges well with a fork. The egg wash helps create a good seal.
→ Can I freeze these hand pies?: Yes! Freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the bake time.
→ Why add vents to the top crust?: Vents allow steam to escape while baking, preventing the filling from bursting out the sides.