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Sweet Harry Potter Inspired Pumpkin Pasties | A Wizarding Treat

If you’ve ever dreamed of snacking on treats from the Hogwarts Express, these Pumpkin Pasties are for you. Described in the Harry Potter series as little hand pies filled with sweet pumpkin, they’re cozy, spiced, and perfect for autumn. Made with a buttery homemade pastry and a pumpkin filling spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, these pasties are just as magical as they sound. Whether you’re hosting a Harry Potter–themed party, preparing for Halloween, or just want a comforting fall dessert, these pumpkin hand pies will transport you straight to Hogsmeade.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
bake & Chill Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 15 pumpkin pasties
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pastry:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 20 tbsp unsalted butter 2 ½ sticks, cold and cubed
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 5 –6 tbsp cold milk
For the pumpkin filling:
  • 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • Pinch of cloves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the glaze (optional):
  • 26 tbsp powdered sugar ~1 ½ cups
  • 4 –5 tbsp milk
  • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Fork (for sealing edges)

Method
 

Step 1: Make the pastry dough
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Cut in cold butter using your hands or a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add cold milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the filling
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, egg yolks, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3: Roll and cut pastry
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a floured surface, roll out chilled dough to about ⅛-inch thick. Cut into 4–5-inch circles (use a cookie cutter or bowl).
Step 4: Fill and seal pasties
  1. Place 1–2 tablespoons of pumpkin filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold dough over to form a half-moon shape. Seal edges by pressing with a fork. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 5: Brush and bake
  1. Brush tops with a little milk for shine. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 6: Add glaze (optional)
  1. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled pasties.
Step 7: Serve
  1. Enjoy warm, just like Harry did on the train to Hogwarts!

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Freeze unbaked pasties for up to 2 months; bake from frozen (adding 3–4 minutes).
Reheat baked pasties in a 325°F oven for 5–7 minutes.
🥄 Variations
Savory Pumpkin Pasties: Add sautéed onion, sage, and cheese to the filling for a savory version.
Apple-Pumpkin Pasties: Mix diced apples into the filling.
Chocolate Pumpkin Pasties: Stir mini chocolate chips into the filling.
Mini Pasties: Cut smaller pastry circles for bite-sized party snacks.
Festive Glaze: Tint the glaze orange or gold for a magical touch.
❓ 10 FAQs
Are pumpkin pasties from Harry Potter sweet or savory? – In the books, both versions exist, but this recipe is sweet.
Can I use store-bought pie crust? – Yes, it’s a quick shortcut.
Can I make them vegan? – Yes, use vegan butter, plant milk, and flax egg yolks.
Do I need to glaze them? – No, they’re delicious plain or with glaze.
Can I use fresh pumpkin? – Yes, just puree and drain well.
What’s the texture like? – Flaky pastry with creamy spiced pumpkin filling.
Can I prepare them ahead? – Yes, assemble and refrigerate unbaked pasties for 24 hours.
Do they taste like pumpkin pie? – Yes, but handheld and more portable.
Can kids help make these? – Absolutely, sealing edges with a fork is fun for kids.
How do I keep the filling from leaking? – Don’t overfill and make sure to seal tightly.
🏁 Conclusion
These Sweet Harry Potter Inspired Pumpkin Pasties are flaky, spiced, and filled with magical flavor. They’re easy to make, portable, and taste like the cozy cousin of pumpkin pie. Perfect for Halloween, Harry Potter marathons, or Thanksgiving dessert spreads, they’ll transport you straight into the wizarding world.