Creepy and Delicious Voodoo Doll Hand Pies
Creepy and Delicious Voodoo Doll Hand Pies are the ultimate Halloween treat, combining a flaky pastry crust with a warm, spiced pumpkin filling. Perfectly shaped like voodoo dolls, these hand pies offer a fun and whimsical twist to your spooky celebrations. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, they are sure to delight your taste buds while sending a chill down your spine.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 hand pies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 5–6 tbsp iced water
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/3 cup pecan pieces (optional)
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add iced water until dough forms. Shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Make the filling: Mix pumpkin puree with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional pecans in a bowl. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out voodoo doll shapes.
- Assemble pies: Place filling on one half of each shape, fold over the top half, press edges to seal securely, and crimp with a fork if desired. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake on parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use cold butter for the best flaky texture. Chill the filling before use to prevent sogginess. Feel free to experiment with different fillings like apple or berry preserves.