Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Easy S’mores Hand Pies are the ultimate fun dessert that’s ready in just 20 minutes! After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy, gooey texture. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe and Easy Coconut Lime Fish Curry with Jasmine Rice Recipe.
Why This Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, flaky crust
- Gooey, melty chocolate and marshmallow filling
- Perfect for parties or a quick treat
- Easy to make and ready in just 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust
- Hershey's milk chocolate bars
- Jet-Puffed marshmallows
- Egg
- Sugar
- Cinnamon sugar for sprinkling
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust: Use one package, which contains two crusts.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Pizza Cutter — Makes clean, even cuts for perfect pie shapes. → See on Amazon
- Pastry Brush — Helps evenly distribute the egg wash for a golden crust. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Prepare the pie crust: Unroll one pie crust and cut it into 12 equal rectangles. Repeat with the second crust.
- Assemble the hand pies: Place a small piece of chocolate and a marshmallow on half of the rectangles. Brush the edges with egg wash, then place another rectangle on top. Seal the edges with a fork and prick the top with a fork to vent.
- Chill and bake: Chill the hand pies for 15 minutes, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Pro tip: For a gooier filling, add the marshmallows after the pies have baked for 10 minutes, then bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Common mistake and fix: If your crust is getting too brown, tent it with aluminum foil.
- Pro tip: For a fun presentation, serve the hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Storing & Reheating Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the hand pies up to a day ahead and store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Freeze unbaked hand pies for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful not to overheat as the filling may become too soft.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try using different fillings like peanut butter cups or caramel bits.
- Best substitution: You can use store-bought refrigerated biscuit dough as a substitute for the pie crust.
- Make-ahead: These hand pies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can make the dough ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your hand pies are not browning, try increasing the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C).
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Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust
- Hershey's milk chocolate bars
- Jet-Puffed marshmallows
- Egg
- Sugar
Seasonings
- Cinnamon sugar for sprinkling
Optional Toppings
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust: Unroll one pie crust and cut it into 12 equal rectangles. Repeat with the second crust.
- Assemble the hand pies: Place a small piece of chocolate and a marshmallow on half of the rectangles. Brush the edges with egg wash, then place another rectangle on top. Seal the edges with a fork and prick the top with a fork to vent.
- Chill and bake: Chill the hand pies for 15 minutes, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try using different fillings like peanut butter cups or caramel bits.
- Best substitution: You can use store-bought refrigerated biscuit dough as a substitute for the pie crust.
- Make-ahead: These hand pies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can make the dough ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your hand pies are not browning, try increasing the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C).
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked hand pies for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful not to overheat as the filling may become too soft.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the hand pies up to a day ahead and store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 160
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sat. Fat: 4.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert FAQs
You can assemble the hand pies up to a day ahead and store them in the fridge until ready to bake. However, they are best enjoyed fresh.
If your hand pies are not browning, try increasing the oven temperature by 25°F (15°C). You can also tent the pies with aluminum foil if they are browning too quickly.
Yes, you can use different fillings like peanut butter cups or caramel bits for a fun twist.
Store leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Yes, you can freeze unbaked hand pies for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
