Breakfast Hand Pies

Absolutely! Here’s a detailed and delicious recipe for Breakfast Hand Pies — golden, flaky pastry filled with savory breakfast favorites like eggs, cheese, sausage, and veggies. They’re portable, freezable, and totally customizable.

🥟 Breakfast Hand Pies (Makes 8–10)

⏰ Time:

• Prep Time: 25–30 minutes
• Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
• Total Time: ~50–60 minutes

📝 Ingredients

🧈 For the Dough (Choose One):

Option A – Shortcut:

• 2 boxes (14–16 oz total) refrigerated pie crusts or puff pastry (thawed if frozen)

Option B – Homemade Buttery Dough:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 6–8 tbsp ice water

🍳 For the Filling:

• 5 large eggs
• 2 tbsp milk
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage or crumbled bacon (or diced ham)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup finely diced bell pepper or spinach (optional)
• 1/4 cup diced cooked potato or hash browns (optional)
• 1 tbsp green onions or chives (optional)
• Hot sauce or salsa (optional, small spoonful inside or for serving)

🥚 For Egg Wash:

• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp water or milk

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

🧈 Step 1: Make or Prepare the Dough

Option A – Store-bought:

1. Unroll pie crust or puff pastry onto a floured surface.
2. Use a 4–5 inch round cutter (or bowl) to cut out circles. Reroll scraps as needed.

Option B – Homemade Dough:

1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add ice water, mixing just until dough comes together.
4. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate 30 minutes.
5. Roll out on a floured surface and cut into rounds.

🍳 Step 2: Prepare the Filling

1. In a skillet, cook sausage or bacon until browned. Drain and set aside.
2. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Scramble eggs in a nonstick pan until just set — do not overcook.
4. Mix scrambled eggs with cooked meat, cheese, and optional veggies. Let cool slightly.

🥟 Step 3: Fill the Hand Pies

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place 1–2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each dough round.
3. Fold dough over to form a half-moon shape. Pinch edges, then crimp with a fork.
4. Place on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.

🥚 Step 4: Egg Wash & Bake

1. Whisk egg with water or milk to make an egg wash.
2. Brush the tops of each hand pie with the egg wash.
3. Optional: sprinkle with a little shredded cheese, sesame seeds, or everything bagel seasoning.
4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.

🌿 Step 5: Serve & Store

Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with:

• Ketchup
• Salsa
• Hot sauce
• Gravy (for dipping!)

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate:

• Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freeze:

• Wrap each hand pie in foil or parchment and store in a freezer bag.
• Freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheat:

• Oven: 375°F for 10–15 minutes
• Air fryer: 350°F for 6–8 minutes
• Microwave: 45–60 seconds (crust may soften)

🔄 Variations & Customizations

🥩 Meat Options:

• Turkey sausage, ham, bacon, or plant-based meat
• Add chorizo or seasoned ground beef for Tex-Mex style

🧀 Cheese Options:

• Mozzarella, pepper jack, feta, Swiss, or gouda
• Add cream cheese for a creamy filling

🥬 Veggie Ideas:

• Spinach, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, jalapeños
• Roasted sweet potatoes or zucchini

🌯 Tex-Mex Style:

• Add a spoon of salsa or refried beans inside
• Serve with guacamole and sour cream

🥞 Sweet Option:

• Omit the savory filling and instead use cooked apples, cinnamon, and sugar
• Brush with butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before baking

Would you like a version using biscuits or crescent roll dough? Or maybe a sweet hand pie variation for brunch? I’d be happy to provide those too!