Sweet Potato Hand Pies: Easy Comfort Food for Every Occasion
These sweet potato hand pies are the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, making them an ideal treat for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 hand pies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Fold in the softened butter until the mixture is smooth.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into circles.
- Place a spoonful of the sweet potato mixture onto the center of each circle.
- Fold the circles over to create a semi-circle and seal the edges.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- These pies can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Try adding a touch of vanilla extract for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato Hand Pies