Pumpkin Hand Pies Maple Glaze (Print Version)

Flaky pastry pockets filled with spiced pumpkin, glazed with rich maple sweetness—ideal for sharing on crisp fall days.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin purée
02 - 1/4 cup sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
04 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
05 - 1 package store-bought pie crust (2 crusts)
06 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
08 - 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for glaze)
09 - 1 egg (for egg wash)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll out the pie crusts and cut them into circles or squares.
02 - In a bowl, mix the pumpkin purée, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and 1/4 cup heavy cream until smooth.
03 - Spoon 2 tablespoons of the pumpkin mixture onto each crust piece. Brush some of the egg wash around the edges and place another piece of pie crust on top.
04 - Seal the edges by pressing down with a fork, and make small slits in the center of the pies using a knife.
05 - Brush the pies with the beaten egg and sprinkle some extra sugar on top. Place the hand pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and 1-2 teaspoons of heavy cream to form the glaze. Drizzle the maple glaze over the hand pies after they have cooled slightly.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - Ensure the edges are sealed properly to avoid filling leakage during baking.