Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Easy S’mores Hand Pies are the perfect fun dessert. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect gooey center every time. The crispy, golden crust gives way to a melty, chocolatey interior. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump straight to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots and Easy High Protein Chicken and Corn Chowder Recipe.
Why This Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert Is Pure Comfort
- Perfect for parties or a cozy night in
- Crispy, golden crust with a gooey, chocolatey center
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
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 crusts
- Hershey's milk chocolate bars
- Mini marshmallows
- Egg
- Sugar
- Cinnamon sugar for sprinkling
- Optional: Chocolate drizzle for serving
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pillsbury pie crusts: You can also use homemade pie dough if you prefer.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Prepare the pie crust: Unroll the pie crusts and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or glass. You should get about 12-14 circles per crust.
- Assemble the hand pies: Place a small piece of chocolate and a few marshmallows in the center of each circle. Brush the edges with water, then fold the dough over the filling and press to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges and poke a few holes in the top to let steam escape.
- Chill the hand pies: Place the assembled hand pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake the hand pies: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush the tops of the hand pies with beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve the hand pies: Let the hand pies cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with chocolate if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overfill the hand pies with chocolate and marshmallows. This can cause them to leak and make a mess in your oven.
- Time-saving tip: You can make the hand pies ahead of time and freeze them before baking. Just add a few minutes to the baking time.
- Presentation tip: For a fun presentation, serve the hand pies on a platter with a bowl of chocolate sauce for dipping.
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 refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the hand pies up to 24 hours ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
You can also freeze the assembled hand pies before baking. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat leftover hand pies in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Do not reheat in the microwave as this can make the crust soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a more authentic s'mores flavor, use graham cracker pie crust instead of regular pie crust.
- Make-ahead: You can assemble the hand pies up to 24 hours ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Troubleshooting: If your hand pies are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil.
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Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts
- Hershey's milk chocolate bars
- Mini marshmallows
- Egg
- Sugar
Seasonings
- Cinnamon sugar for sprinkling
Optional Toppings
- Chocolate drizzle for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust: Unroll the pie crusts and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or glass. You should get about 12-14 circles per crust.
- Assemble the hand pies: Place a small piece of chocolate and a few marshmallows in the center of each circle. Brush the edges with water, then fold the dough over the filling and press to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges and poke a few holes in the top to let steam escape.
- Chill the hand pies: Place the assembled hand pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake the hand pies: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush the tops of the hand pies with beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve the hand pies: Let the hand pies cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with chocolate if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a more authentic s'mores flavor, use graham cracker pie crust instead of regular pie crust.
- Make-ahead: You can assemble the hand pies up to 24 hours ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Troubleshooting: If your hand pies are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: You can also freeze the assembled hand pies before baking. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat leftover hand pies in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Do not reheat in the microwave as this can make the crust soggy.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the hand pies up to 24 hours ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- 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
Yes, you can assemble the hand pies up to 24 hours ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake. You can also freeze the assembled hand pies before baking.
If your hand pies are dry, it's likely that they were overbaked. Keep a close eye on them and remove them from the oven as soon as they're golden brown.
Yes, you can use dark chocolate or milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate. You can also add a teaspoon of instant coffee to the chocolate for a deeper flavor.
Yes, you can make S'mores Hand Pies in the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook the hand pies for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
You can use homemade pie dough or store-bought refrigerated pie crusts as a substitute for Pillsbury pie crusts.
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!
