Pumpkin butter hand pies are the perfect fall treat with a flaky puff pastry crust and sweet, spiced filling. They’re easy to make, and the perfect dessert or snack for any cozy autumn gathering!

Unfold puff pastry on a lightly floured (or parchment-paper-covered) work surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out into an approximate 15-inch square. Use the tip of a knife to cut into 9 equal squares.

Sure, mini-pies and tarts have been in bakers’ repertoires for years. But this year seems to be the Year of the Hand Pie. Hand pies are more forgiving, less pretty and more rustic-looking.

To assemble the pies, thaw puff pastry at room temperature until pliable but still cold, approximately 15-30 minutes. Roll out each sheet on a lightly floured surface to 12-inch by 16-inch rectangles.

5. Cinnamon Sugar Apple Puff Pastry We like to keep a sheet of puff pastry in our freezer just for this recipe, since we usually have everything else on hand. That way, if surprise company stops ...

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and spices (curry powder, cumin, mustard seeds), and sauté until fragrant and the ...

Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use. If pastry isn’t ready, wait another 5 minutes. Puff pastry goes from stiff to flabby and sticky in a matter of minutes, so be vigilant.) Step 2 ...

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a large, heavy baking sheet with baking parchment. 2. Start by preparing the apple filling: peel and core the apples, then cut the flesh into ½-inch ...