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 the perfect golden, gooey s’mores pie. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Creamed Spinach and Artichokes Recipe for Dinner and Refreshing Sparkling Fruit Punch Recipe for Summer Parties.
Why This Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, flaky pie crust
- Gooey, melted chocolate and marshmallow filling
- Perfect for parties, camping, or anytime you crave s'mores
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.
- Pie dough
- Graham crackers
- Chocolate chips
- Marshmallows
- Cinnamon
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pie dough: Store-bought or homemade is fine.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Makes quick work of crushing graham crackers. → See on Amazon
- Pizza cutter — Easily cuts pie dough and graham crackers. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Prepare the filling: Crush graham crackers, mix with cinnamon and sugar, then combine with chocolate chips and marshmallows.
- Prepare the pie dough: Roll out pie dough, cut into circles, and place a spoonful of filling onto half of the circles.
- Assemble the hand pies: Brush edges with water, place another circle on top, seal, and crimp. Cut slits in the top for venting.
- Chill and bake: Chill the assembled pies for 30 minutes, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overfill the pies or they'll leak and burn. Use a small cookie scoop to portion the filling.
- Pro tip: For a crispier crust, brush the tops of the pies with a little bit of milk before baking.
- Pro tip: To prevent the filling from leaking, press the edges with a fork to seal them tightly.
Storing & Reheating Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the pies ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
Freezing Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Freeze uncooked 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 in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful not to overheat and make the crust soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a spoonful of peanut butter or a few crushed pretzels to the filling.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the graham crackers with crushed cookies or even crushed cereal for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: These pies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can make the filling and assemble the pies ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the pies are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
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Easy S'mores Hand Pies for a Fun Dessert
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pie dough
- Graham crackers
- Chocolate chips
- Marshmallows
- Cinnamon
Seasonings
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Crush graham crackers, mix with cinnamon and sugar, then combine with chocolate chips and marshmallows.
- Prepare the pie dough: Roll out pie dough, cut into circles, and place a spoonful of filling onto half of the circles.
- Assemble the hand pies: Brush edges with water, place another circle on top, seal, and crimp. Cut slits in the top for venting.
- Chill and bake: Chill the assembled pies for 30 minutes, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a spoonful of peanut butter or a few crushed pretzels to the filling.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the graham crackers with crushed cookies or even crushed cereal for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: These pies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can make the filling and assemble the pies ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the pies are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked pies for up to 2 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 warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful not to overheat and make the crust soggy.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the pies ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
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 pies ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. However, they are best enjoyed fresh.
Overbaking can cause the pies to be dry. Make sure to keep an eye on them and take them out as soon as the crust is golden brown.
Yes, you can! Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
You can substitute the graham crackers with crushed cookies or even crushed cereal for a different flavor.
Overfilling the pies can cause them to leak. Use a small cookie scoop to portion the filling to prevent this.
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!
