Ghost Taco Hand Pies
Get ready to elevate your Halloween festivities with these delightful Ghost Taco Hand Pies! These playful, ghost-shaped treats are easy to prepare and packed with flavor, making them the perfect addition to any gathering. Each hand pie is filled with seasoned ground beef and cheese, creating a savory bite that everyone will love. Serve them warm alongside salsa or guacamole for delicious dipping options. Whether you’re hosting a spooky party or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these fun finger foods will surely impress guests of all ages.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 hand pies 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef (or turkey or chicken)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup shredded carrot (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper or baby spinach (optional)
- 2 pie crusts (defrosted but unbaked)
- 1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- Salsa (for dipping)
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add taco seasoning and optional veggies like shredded carrot or bell pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pie crusts and use ghost-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes, ensuring you have an even number for tops and bottoms.
- Place half the ghost shapes on the baking sheets and spoon a small amount of filling into each.
- Cut out eyes/mouths from remaining shapes and place on top of filled ghosts; seal edges with a fork.
- Brush with egg wash for color and bake for 10-14 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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