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Delicious ghost taco hand pies on a rustic wooden table

Ghost Taco Hand Pies

These adorable Ghost Taco Hand Pies are a fun and festive treat, perfect for Halloween gatherings or a playful family dinner. Savory taco filling encased in flaky pastry shaped like friendly ghosts will delight both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 6 hand pies
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Hand Pies
  • 2 Refrigerated pie crusts (14.1 oz packages, 4 crusts total)
  • 1 Egg beaten (for egg wash)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Ghost Cookie Cutter
  • Small Knife
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ground meat with diced onion and minced garlic until browned, then drain any excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmering until the liquid is absorbed.
  2. Unroll the pie crusts onto a lightly floured surface. Using a ghost-shaped cookie cutter or a knife, cut out 12 ghost shapes from the pie crusts.
Assembly
  1. Place 6 of the ghost shapes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the taco meat mixture onto the center of each ghost, leaving a border for sealing. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  2. Carefully place the remaining 6 ghost shapes over the filling. Press firmly around the edges with your fingers or a fork to seal the hand pies completely.
Baking
  1. Using a small knife or straw, cut out small eyes and an oval mouth on the top of each ghost pie to create faces. Brush the tops of the hand pies with the beaten egg wash.
  2. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes, or until the crusts are golden brown and flaky. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve these spooky hand pies with your favorite salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping. Ensure the edges are well-sealed to prevent filling from leaking during baking.