Description
These flaky, buttery Chocolate-Filled Hand Pies are a dreamy dessert treat or snack. With their gooey chocolate centers and golden crust, they’re perfect for parties, brunches, or a sweet indulgence at home!
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Hand Pies:
- 1 package of pre-made pie crusts (or homemade pie dough)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water
Optional:
- Additional chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Pie Dough:
- Roll out your pie crusts on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut into circles or rectangles using a cookie cutter or knife for uniform shapes.
3. Make the Chocolate Filling:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips with the heavy cream.
- Stir until smooth and creamy. Allow the mixture to cool slightly to thicken.
4. Assemble the Hand Pies:
- Spoon a small amount of the chocolate filling onto the center of half the pie crust shapes, leaving a border around the edges.
- Place the remaining pie crust shapes on top of the chocolate-filled ones.
- Gently press the edges together and seal with the tines of a fork for a decorative border.
5. Egg Wash and Bake:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.
- Brush the tops of the hand pies with the egg wash.
- Place the pies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.
6. Serve:
- Let the hand pies cool slightly before serving.
- Optionally, sprinkle chocolate chips on top while still warm for a melty finish.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, drizzle melted chocolate or powdered sugar glaze over the baked pies.
- Try different fillings like fruit preserves, peanut butter, or caramel for variety!
- These hand pies can be made ahead and frozen before baking. Simply bake them from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg