Easy S’mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Easy S’mores Hand Pies are the perfect fun dessert for any occasion. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect gooey center every time. The crispy, flaky crust and the melty chocolate and marshmallow filling will make your family beg for more. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Slow Cooker Little Smokies in BBQ Sauce 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, melty chocolate and marshmallow filling
- Easy to make and perfect for parties
- Better than takeout and a fun activity with kids
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: Powdered sugar for dusting
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust: You can also use homemade pie dough.
🛒 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 crust and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or glass. You should get about 12 circles from one crust.
- Prepare the filling: Cut the chocolate bars into small squares and place them in a bowl with the marshmallows. Add a splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of cinnamon.
- Assemble the hand pies: Place a spoonful of the chocolate and marshmallow mixture onto half of the pie crust circles. Brush the edges with water and place the remaining circles on top. Press the edges together and crimp with a fork.
- Chill and bake: Chill the hand pies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the hand pies for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the hand pies cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and 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. If this happens, try using less filling next time.
- Pro tip: For a fun twist, try adding a spoonful of peanut butter or a few pieces of bacon to the filling before sealing the hand pies.
- Pro tip: To make these ahead of time, assemble the hand pies and freeze them before baking. When ready to bake, add a few minutes to the baking time.
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 1 day ahead of time. Store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Freeze assembled 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 hand pies in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat hand pies in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until warmed through. This can make the crust soggy, so the oven method is recommended.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pie crust.
- Best substitution: You can use semisweet or dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
- 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 hand pies 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
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust: Unroll the pie crust and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or glass. You should get about 12 circles from one crust.
- Prepare the filling: Cut the chocolate bars into small squares and place them in a bowl with the marshmallows. Add a splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of cinnamon.
- Assemble the hand pies: Place a spoonful of the chocolate and marshmallow mixture onto half of the pie crust circles. Brush the edges with water and place the remaining circles on top. Press the edges together and crimp with a fork.
- Chill and bake: Chill the hand pies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the hand pies for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the hand pies cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pie crust.
- Best substitution: You can use semisweet or dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
- 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 hand pies with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze assembled hand pies for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat hand pies in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat hand pies in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until warmed through. This can make the crust soggy, so the oven method is recommended.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the hand pies up to 1 day ahead of time. Store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 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 1 day ahead of time. Store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake. See storage notes for more details.
This could be due to overfilling or not chilling the hand pies long enough. Try using less filling and chilling the hand pies for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Yes, you can freeze assembled hand pies for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
Yes, you can make these in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
You can use homemade pie dough or a store-bought gluten-free pie crust.
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!
