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Delightful Sweet Potato Hand Pies for Every Occasion

Flaky, golden crusts encase a warm, spiced filling of sweet potatoes and aromatic herbs in these delightful Sweet Potato Hand Pies, making them an inviting choice for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon sugar for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the sweet potatoes by peeling and cubing them.
  3. Boil the sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
  4. Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a bowl.
  5. Add olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix well.
  6. Roll out the pie crusts on a floured surface.
  7. Cut out circles from the pie crust and place a spoonful of the sweet potato filling in the center.
  8. Fold the crust over to create half-moon shapes and press the edges to seal.
  9. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.