Irresistible S’mores Hand Pies Recipe
These irresistible S’mores Hand Pies capture all the classic campfire flavors in a portable, flaky pastry. Made with a buttery pie crust filled with gooey marshmallows, rich melted chocolate, and crunchy graham crackers, these oven-baked treats are perfect for satisfying your s’mores craving anytime. A light cinnamon sugar topping adds extra sweetness, making them a kid-friendly, mess-free dessert ideal for parties, picnics, or cozy nights indoors.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 25-35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12-16 mini pies depending on dough thickness and cutter size 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Mini Pies:
- 14.1 oz package refrigerated pie dough
- 2 bars chocolate, chopped into small pieces (about 3.5 oz each)
- 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows
- 3/4 cup crushed graham crackers (reserve half for topping)
- 2 tbsp salted butter, melted
- Water (for sealing edges)
For Serving (Optional):
- Chocolate syrup, for dipping
- Marshmallow cream, for dipping
- Prepare the Pie Dough: Remove the refrigerated pie crust from the package and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes until pliable. Use a 3-inch cookie cutter to cut as many circles as possible, placing them close together to maximize the number of pies.
- Make the S’mores Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped chocolate, miniature marshmallows, and half of the crushed graham crackers until evenly combined. For extra gooeyness, feel free to add more chocolate.
- Fill and Seal the Mini Pies: Place about one tablespoon of the filling onto the center of half of the dough circles. Lightly moisten the edges of the dough with water, then top each filled circle with another dough circle. Press gently to seal, and crimp edges firmly with a fork for a secure, decorative seal.
- Butter and Top the Pies: Brush the tops of the sealed pies with melted salted butter. Sprinkle the reserved crushed graham crackers evenly over each pie’s top for added texture and flavor.
- Air Fry the Mini S’mores Pies: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray. Place 2-4 pies in the basket, making sure they don’t touch. Air fry for about 10 minutes until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is melted. For a crunchier top, air fry an additional 1 minute, watching carefully to avoid burning. Transfer pies to a wire rack to cool before repeating with remaining pies.
- Serve with Dipping Sauces: Arrange the cooled pies on a platter and serve with optional chocolate syrup and marshmallow cream for dipping, enhancing the s’mores experience.
Notes
- Do not overfill pies; use about 1 tablespoon of filling to prevent bursting during baking.
- Seal edges with water and press firmly with a fork to prevent leaks.
- Sprinkle crushed graham crackers on the baking sheet or pie tops to avoid soggy bottoms and add crunch.
- Poke small holes in the pie tops with a fork to release steam and prevent bursting.
- Watch baking time closely to avoid burning marshmallows—pies should be golden brown, not dark.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days.
- Freeze unbaked pies on a sheet before transferring to freezer bags for up to 3 months; baked pies freeze well up to 2 months.
- Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-8 minutes from the fridge or 10-12 minutes from frozen for best texture.
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