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 discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy, gooey texture. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe and Easy Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes.
Why This Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, flaky crust
- Gooey, melted chocolate
- Easy to make and customize
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
- Vanilla extract
- Cinnamon
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Sprinkles
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pie crust: Use store-bought refrigerated pie crust for convenience.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust — Saves time and ensures a flaky crust → See on Amazon
- Hershey's milk chocolate bars — Provides rich, creamy chocolate flavor → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Prepare the pie crust: Thaw the pie crust according to package instructions. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the filling: Break the chocolate bars into small pieces. Cut the marshmallows in half.
- Assemble the hand pies: Roll out the pie crust. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or glass. Place a few pieces of chocolate and a few marshmallow halves in the center of each circle. Brush the edges with beaten egg. Fold the dough over and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake: Place the hand pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overfill the hand pies. Too much filling can cause them to leak and make a mess in the oven.
- Pro tip: For a crispier crust, brush the tops of the hand pies with a little bit of milk before baking.
- Pro tip: To make these ahead, assemble the hand pies and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
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 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Freeze uncooked hand pies for up to 3 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 (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. The crust may become soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try using different flavors of chocolate or adding a layer of peanut butter cups.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the pie crust with store-bought refrigerated biscuit dough for a different texture.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the crust is browning too quickly, tent the baking sheet with aluminum foil.
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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
- Vanilla extract
- Cinnamon
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust: Thaw the pie crust according to package instructions. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the filling: Break the chocolate bars into small pieces. Cut the marshmallows in half.
- Assemble the hand pies: Roll out the pie crust. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or glass. Place a few pieces of chocolate and a few marshmallow halves in the center of each circle. Brush the edges with beaten egg. Fold the dough over and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake: Place the hand pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try using different flavors of chocolate or adding a layer of peanut butter cups.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the pie crust with store-bought refrigerated biscuit dough for a different texture.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the crust is browning too quickly, tent the baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked hand pies for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. The crust may become soggy.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the hand pies up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
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. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Overbaking can cause the hand pies to become dry. Be sure to keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven as soon as they are golden brown.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked hand pies for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
No, the air fryer is not the best method for making S’mores Hand Pies. The oven provides the even heat needed to cook the crust and melt the chocolate and marshmallows.
You can substitute the pie crust with store-bought refrigerated biscuit dough for a different texture.
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!
