Why Make This Recipe
Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies are perfect for anyone looking for a fun and tasty treat. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone, whether you are vegan or not. These cute little pies are great for parties, Halloween, or just as a special snack. The combination of flaky pastry and sweet blueberry filling makes them irresistible. Plus, they are simple to whip up!
How to Make Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies
Ingredients
- 2 sheets of puff pastry (I use JusRoll vegan & gluten-free puff pastry sheets)
- 100g of fresh / frozen blueberries
- 50g of caster / granulated sugar (plus extra for sprinkling)
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch / cornflour
- 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
- 50g of icing sugar
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a bowl, mix the blueberries, caster sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. This will be your filling.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut them into squares or circles. You will need two pieces for each hand pie.
- Place a spoonful of the blueberry mixture in the center of one piece of pastry.
- Cut out spooky ghost shapes from the second piece of pastry. You can use a knife or cookie cutter for this.
- Carefully place the ghost shape over the filling and seal the edges by pressing down with a fork. Make sure there are no gaps.
- Place the pies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle a little sugar on top for a sweet touch.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Let them cool for a few minutes, then dust with icing sugar before serving.
How to Serve Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies
Serve these delightful hand pies warm or at room temperature. They make a wonderful dessert or a fun snack for kids and adults alike. You can also serve them with a scoop of vegan ice cream for an extra treat!
How to Store Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies
You can keep the hand pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to store them longer, put them in the fridge for up to a week. To reheat, pop them in the oven for a few minutes until they are warm and crispy again.
Tips to Make Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies
- Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- If you want an extra touch, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the blueberry filling.
- Feel free to use other fruits if you don’t have blueberries; raspberries or strawberries work well too!
Variation
You can customize the shapes of the hand pies to fit different themes, like using hearts for Valentine’s Day or stars for festive occasions. You can also switch the filling to match whatever fruit is in season.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought pie filling instead of making my own?
Yes, you can use store-bought pie filling if you’re short on time. Just make sure it’s vegan!
Can I freeze these hand pies?
Absolutely! You can freeze them before or after baking. To bake from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
What can I do if I can’t find vegan puff pastry?
You can make your own pastry dough using vegan butter or oil, but it might require a bit more work. There are also many recipes online for homemade vegan pastry.
Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
These fun Vegan Blueberry Ghost Hand Pies are perfect for parties, Halloween, or as a special vegan treat, featuring a flaky pastry and sweet blueberry filling.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets of puff pastry (vegan & gluten-free)
- 100g fresh or frozen blueberries
- 50g caster or granulated sugar (plus extra for sprinkling)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or cornflour
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 50g icing sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a bowl, mix the blueberries, caster sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut them into squares or circles, using two pieces for each hand pie.
- Place a spoonful of the blueberry mixture in the center of one piece of pastry.
- Cut out spooky ghost shapes from the second piece of pastry.
- Carefully place the ghost shape over the filling and seal the edges by pressing down with a fork.
- Place the pies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and sprinkle a little sugar on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let them cool for a few minutes, then dust with icing sugar before serving.
Notes
Seal the edges well to prevent leaking. You can customize fillings and shapes for different occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg