Hand pies are little bundles of deliciousness and so portable when you’re on the run.
The possibilities are wide open, whether you’re craving sweet or savory, hot or cold.
I’ve compiled 17 fantastic hand pie recipes, and they are all incredibly easy to make.
1. Olive, Tomato, and Onion Hand Pies
In my honest opinion, feta, green olives, roasted tomatoes, and onions are an unbeatable flavor combination. This recipe involves a bit of effort.
However, that first bite will convince you that it was worth the extra time in the kitchen.
2. Cranberry Hand Pies
What says holiday desserts more than a flaky crust filled with tart cranberries? Make a batch of these lovely hand pies to impress your friends and family this holiday season.
Consider doubling the recipe, because your guests will definitely want seconds.
3. Pumpkin Hand Pies
You might find this to be one of the easiest hand pies you could ever whip up. Using only four ingredients for the filling and premade dough, these hand pies are super simple.
Every pie pocket is packed with pumpkin pie flavor and brushed with egg to bake into a golden brown treat.
4. Blueberry Hand Pies
When things warm up a bit, I ditch my apple hand pies and make these instead. Each one of these golden-brown pies is loaded with bursting blueberries.
If you want them a little sweeter, give them a sprinkle of turbinado sugar before you pop them in the oven. But I think they taste perfect without it.
5. Pepperoni Pizza Hand Pies
Did you ever eat pepperoni pizza Hot Pockets when you were a kid? This recipe is like a grown-up version that’s a whole lot better.
Using only four ingredients, these hand pies are as easy as shoving a Hot Pocket into the microwave. Just pack some pepperoni and mozzarella in pie crust and bake until they’re golden brown. Serve with marinara sauce and you’re set!
6. Beef Empanadas
Of course, not all hand pies have to be fruit-filled. There’s a whole delicious world of savory meat pies to discover, like this beef empanada.
Empanadas are simply the Mexican version of a hand pie. This recipe creates a delicious beef filling that goes perfectly with cheese and spices.
7. Crawfish Hand Pies
Although I enjoy a classic southern crawfish boil, they require a ton of work. With these crawfish pies, I can enjoy the same flavors with half the effort.
The spicy, juicy crawfish filling gets wrapped in a Pepperidge Farm puff pastry crust. If you can’t find fresh crawfish, just swap it out for crab or shrimp.
8. Breakfast Sausage Hand Pie
Whether you’re eating breakfast on the run or just enjoying a lazy Sunday, these hand pies make any morning special. Inside, they’re packed with sausage, kale, mushrooms, and cheddar cheese.
Just make sure to sauté everything but the cheese so it turns out nice and tender.
9. Spanakopita Hand Pies
My stomach always growls whenever I think about spanakopita. I simply love this classic Greek dish, and this recipe transforms it into a perfect portable meal.
Although I’ll admit I usually eat more than one of these tiny pies filled with spinach and feta, you could also serve them as tasty appetizers.
10. Raspberry Hand Pies
These adorable hand pies are wonderful as an afternoon snack or served on a brunch spread. Making the crust with cold water and butter ensures it will turn out super buttery and flaky.
You’ll also need some cornstarch to thicken that fresh raspberry filling.
11. Curry Chicken Hand Pies
Don’t know what to do with leftover chicken? Try making some curry chicken hand pies.
The tasty filling blends spices, mayo, and tender chicken. These warm hand pies are ready in about 30 minutes, but keep in mind that frozen puff pastry will add another half hour to the prep time.
12. Apple Hand Pies
These comforting goodies are just what you get if you take the filling from an apple pie and combine it with the crust of a turnover. Every bite is buttery and filled with soft, fall spiced apples that taste just like autumn.
The final touch? A drizzle of creamy caramel sauce.
13. Broccoli Cheese Hand Pies
Have trouble getting your kids to eat their broccoli? Just toss in a bit of cheese and bake it in a flaky hand pie.
This yummy vegetarian recipe only requires about 30 minutes. Since they freeze so well, consider making a big batch and saving some for later.
14. Peach Hand Pies
Buttery hand pies filled with peaches are just the taste of summer that I crave. The peach filling has a hint of almond and lemon along with cinnamon and sugar for the perfect flavor.
For a fancier presentation, top your pies with almond-infused icing.
15. Samoas
Would you believe that these tasty morsels are vegan? Although it may be hard to believe, it’s true!
Flavor explodes from the spicy potatoes, peas, and peanuts packed inside these tiny Indian hand pies. Just a little cooking oil spray helps to make a perfectly golden and dairy-free crust.
16. Strawberry Hand Pies
I’ve already covered recipes for summer and fall, so let’s move on to spring. A terrific spring dessert, strawberry hand pies combine decadence with a fresh taste.
Their sweet berry filling has a hint of citrus from lemon zest. And while the strawberries are delicious, the crust is the real star! The three-ingredient hand pie crust is heavy on the butter and cream cheese for an extra rich flavor.
17. Chicken Pot Pie Hand Pies
If you love chicken pot pie, you’ll enjoy this recipe that makes it super portable. The recipe uses puff pastry dough, which is amazingly flaky and simple to roll out.
Cut it into squares and add a generous spoonful of the rich chicken filling. Just make sure you don’t overfill them, or the filling may run out when you seal the pies!