For an extra golden crust, brush the hand pies with egg wash a second time before baking. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or ham to customize the flavor. These hand pies can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Ensure the puff pastry is cold before rolling it out, as this will help it to rise properly in the oven.
Country Ham and Cheddar Mini Hand Pies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS9
These delectable mini hand pies are bursting with savory flavors. Featuring flaky puff pastry, creamy béchamel, sharp cheddar, and salty country ham, they're the perfect bite-sized appetizer for any occasion.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate23 g
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Cholesterol65 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein15 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium618 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat33 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. (2 minutes)
03
StepOnce the butter has melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. (2 minutes)
04
StepWhisk in the milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens into a béchamel sauce that coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and set aside. (5-7 minutes)
05
StepOn a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry to 1/8 inch thickness. (5 minutes)
06
StepCut one sheet of puff pastry into 3 equal pieces lengthwise. Cut each piece in half crosswise to create 6 equal rectangles. (3 minutes)
07
StepLine a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the pastry rectangles on the lined sheet and brush the edges with the beaten egg. (2 minutes)
08
StepOn one half of each pastry rectangle, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of grated Cheddar cheese, top with a slice of country ham, and spread 1 tablespoon of béchamel sauce. Repeat with another layer of cheese and ham, finishing with 1 tablespoon of béchamel. (10 minutes)
09
StepFold the remaining half of the pastry over the filling to form a hand pie. Crimp the edges with the tines of a fork to seal. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash. Cut small slits on top of each hand pie to allow steam to escape during baking. (10 minutes)
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StepBake the hand pies for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. (20-25 minutes)
11
StepImmediately transfer the baked hand pies to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. (2 minutes)
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Scot Becker
Jun 28, 2025I made these with leftover holiday ham and they were fantastic! A great way to use up leftovers.
Kelton Steuber
Jun 25, 2025These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the flaky crust and savory filling.
Madie Abernathy
Jun 21, 2025I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the béchamel for a little kick. Delicious!
Laura Hudson
Jun 18, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the hand pies turned out perfectly. Will definitely make again.