Baked Delight: A Recipe for Spiced Pumpkin Pockets

Baked Delight: A Recipe for Spiced Pumpkin Pockets

In the spirit of the autumn season, we present a delightful recipe for spiced pumpkin pasties. These savory, handheld pies are filled with a warm, spiced pumpkin filling, caramelized onions, and a flaky puff pastry crust.

Ingredients

For the spiced pumpkin filling: - 1 medium sugar pumpkin (about 2–3 lbs) - 2 onions, thinly sliced - 2 tablespoons olive oil - ½ teaspoon cinnamon - ¼ teaspoon nutmeg - Optional: sugar to taste (for slight sweetness)

For the puff pastry: - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Preparation

1. Make the pumpkin puree:
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Cut the pumpkin in half, scoop out seeds.
4. Place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Roast for 1 to 1.5 hours until very soft.
6. Let cool for 15 minutes, then scoop out flesh and puree until smooth.
7. Caramelize the onions:
8. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
9. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes until deep golden brown.
10. Let onions cool slightly.
11. Mix the filling:
12. Combine the pumpkin puree with caramelized onions.
13. Stir in cinnamon and nutmeg evenly.
14. Add a small amount of sugar if desired.
15. Assemble pasties:
16. Roll out puff pastry to about ¼ inch thickness.
17. Cut into 4-inch circles.
18. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of half the circles.
19. Brush edges with beaten egg.
20. Top with the other half of the circles, optionally marked with a small cut (e.g., a cross) for steam to escape.
21. Crimp edges to seal.
22. Chill and bake:
23. Place pasties on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
24. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
25. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
26. Brush tops with beaten egg.
27. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown.
28. Let cool slightly before serving.

This method creates savory, spiced pumpkin pasties with a flaky puff pastry crust and rich caramelized onion flavor. Enjoy these delightful treats as a delicious addition to your autumn menu!

[1] Recipe for spiced pumpkin pasties is provided. [2] The recipe can be adapted to various fillings.

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