Glazed Sweet Potato Hand Pies
These golden, flaky hand pies are filled with silky smooth sweet potato filling and coated with a sweet glaze for the perfect finish. Theyre portable, delicious, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, cold & cubed
6-8 tbsp ice water
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked & mashed
cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
tsp nutmeg
tsp ground ginger optional
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp melted butter
Pinch of salt
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk adjust for desired consistency
tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
1 In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
2 Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3 Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.
4 Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Filling
1 Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
2 Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla, butter, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Hand Pies
1 Roll out the chilled dough to about -inch thickness.
2 Use a round cutter to cut circles 4-5 inches wide.
3 Place a spoonful of sweet potato filling in the center of each circle.
4 Fold over to form a half-moon shape.
5 Crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
6 Brush with an egg wash for a golden finish.
Step 4: Bake
1 Preheat oven to 375F 190C.
2 Place the pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3 Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 5: Glaze
1 While the pies are slightly warm, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
2 Drizzle or dip the hand pies in the glaze for that beautiful shine.
3 Let the glaze set before serving.
Pro Tips:
Add a pinch of clove for extra warmth.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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