Description
Delicious sweet potato hand pies with a flaky crust and sweet filling.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 4-6 tbsp ice water
- 1 egg, beaten (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
- Combine flour and salt in another bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
- Roll out dough and cut into circles.
- Place sweet potato filling on half of each circle. Fold dough over and seal edges.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use cold butter for flaky crust.
- Adjust sugar to taste.
- Let pies cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American