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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Hand Pies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 250
Delight in these flaky hand pies filled with creamy pumpkin and sweet cheese, perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 piece homemade pie crust (or 2 boxes store-bought pie crust)
  • 2 cups pumpkin pie filling (homemade or store bought)
  • canola or vegetable oil for frying

Filling

  • 12 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 7-9 tablespoons whole milk (room temperature)
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Roll out the pie crust and cut into circles.
  • Mix cream cheese with confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  • Place pumpkin filling and cream cheese mixture on each dough circle, then fold and seal edges.
  • Fry the hand pies in hot oil until golden brown, then drain.
  • Mix remaining confectioners' sugar with milk to make glaze, then drizzle over cooled pies.

Notes

Ensure the pies are fully sealed before frying to prevent filling from leaking out.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pumpkin