Description
Harry Potter Pumpkin Pasties are delightful handheld pastries filled with a spiced pumpkin filling, perfect for a magical treat inspired by the beloved series. These golden-baked pasties offer a cozy, sweet flavor featuring cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar enveloped in flaky buttery dough, ideal for autumn or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 20 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold
- ½ cup milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Pumpkin Filling
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Cut the cold unsalted butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk and egg yolks until the dough starts to come together. Shape into a disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Make the filling: In a separate bowl, combine the canned pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly blended to develop the warm, spiced flavor profile.
- Roll out the dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Using a round cutter or a glass about 4 inches in diameter, cut out circles from the dough for the pasty bases.
- Fill and seal pasties: Place about one tablespoon of the pumpkin filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together and crimp with a fork to ensure they are tightly sealed, preventing the filling from leaking during baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the filled pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the glaze: While pasties are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. After the pasties have cooled slightly, brush or drizzle the glaze over the top to add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is very cold for the best flaky pastry texture.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and nutmeg to suit your taste preferences.
- The pumpkin filling can be made ahead and refrigerated.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with plant-based margarine and use a flax egg instead of egg yolks.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
