Halloween Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies
Delight in the festive spirit with these Halloween Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies, a whimsical treat that’s both spooky and scrumptious. Each flaky pastry is filled with a luscious sweet blueberry mixture that oozes with every bite, making them perfect for parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in. These adorable ghost-shaped hand pies are not only easy to make but also fun for kids to help create their own ghostly desserts. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip these up in no time—ideal for any autumn celebration!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- plant-based milk (for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
- Mini chocolate chips or black decorating gel (for eyes)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small saucepan, mix blueberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat until thickened (about 5 minutes). Let cool.
- Roll out pie crusts and cut ghost shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place half of the ghost shapes on a baking sheet. Spoon blueberry filling onto each ghost’s center and top with remaining shapes; seal edges well.
- Brush tops with beaten egg (or plant-based milk for vegan option) and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Add mini chocolate chips for eyes.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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