Mummy Pumpkin Hand Pies (Printable)

Flaky pastry filled with spiced pumpkin, shaped like mummies—festive treats for fall gatherings.

# Components:

→ Pie Dough

01 - 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust, approximately 16 ounces total, thawed if frozen

→ Pumpkin Filling

02 - 3/4 cup canned pumpkin purée
03 - 3 tablespoons brown sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
07 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 large egg yolk

→ Assembly

10 - 1 large egg, beaten, for egg wash
11 - 16 candy eyeballs, optional, for decoration

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend pumpkin purée, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, salt, and egg yolk until completely smooth.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out pie crusts. Cut 16 rectangles, each approximately 2 x 4 inches. Set aside half for the pie bases and half for making dough bandages.
04 - Arrange 8 dough rectangles on the prepared baking sheet. Add about 1 tablespoon pumpkin filling to the center of each, leaving a small border around the edges.
05 - Slice the remaining 8 rectangles into thin strips. Brush edges of the filled rectangles with a small amount of beaten egg. Layer strips over the filling, crisscrossing to resemble mummy bandages. Trim excess and press edges to seal.
06 - Brush tops of assembled pies lightly with remaining beaten egg.
07 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
08 - Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes. While still warm, gently press two candy eyeballs onto each mummy pie.
09 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to shape and decorate even with little helpers
  • Relies on classic pantry spices and canned pumpkin so you can whip it up without fuss
  • Festive centerpiece for parties or casual snacks with friends
  • Tastes like pumpkin pie but with extra flaky crunch and adorable presentation
02 -
  • Each pie is loaded with comforting spices often found in classic pumpkin desserts
  • Makes an ideal party or lunchbox treat since they travel well and hold up for hours
  • Vegetarian and easy to adapt for various allergies with simple ingredient swaps
03 -
  • Always use chilled dough for clean cuts and crisp texture
  • Layering extra strips over the filling makes the mummy effect more dimensional
  • Do not skip the egg wash as it creates both color and seal

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