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Spooky Chorizo Hand Pies

Delicious Spooky Chorizo Hand Pies for a Halloween Treat

Enjoy these Spooky Chorizo Hand Pies, a delightful Halloween treat that combines savory chorizo filling with flaky pastry crusts.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 hand pies
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Chilled for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Cubed and chilled.
  • 6 tablespoons Chilled water Adjust as needed.
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice.
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground chorizo Main flavor.
  • 1/2 pound Minced pork
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use for warmth.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional for heat.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Oaxaca cheese Shredded.
  • 1 cup Manchego cheese Shredded.
For Sealing
  • 2 tablespoons Room temperature water For sealing edges.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven
  • Cookie Cutters
  • baking sheets

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled all-purpose flour and sea salt. Rub in the cubed unsalted butter using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 5 minutes. Gradually add chilled water and apple cider vinegar, mixing until a soft dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the ground chorizo and minced pork, cooking for 15-20 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Stir in paprika, minced garlic, and optional cayenne pepper. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly flour your countertop and roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness using a rolling pin. Use pumpkin-shaped cookie cutters to cut out pieces for the hand pies.
  4. Layer a spoonful of the chorizo filling and a sprinkle of Oaxaca and Manchego cheese on a few of the uncut dough shapes. Place another cut-out shape on top, seal edges with room temperature water, and crimp with a fork.
  5. Transfer the assembled hand pies onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Brush each pie with beaten egg. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving warm with dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1hand pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Chill all ingredients before starting for a flakier crust. You can experiment with shapes and fillings according to your preference.

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