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Leftover Turkey Hand Pies
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Looking for the easiest way to turn your leftover turkey into something crave-worthy? These buttery, golden puff pastry pockets are stuffed with turkey, cranberry sauce, and cream cheese for the ultimate snack or quick meal. These Turkey Hand Pies bake up fast, look fancy without the effort, and taste like you spent way more time on them than you did.
Ingredient Notes + Variations
These turkey hand pies come together with just a handful of ingredients, which is why each one needs to bring big flavor. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Puff pastry – Store-bought keeps this quick and easy. Thaw before using so it’s pliable but still cold.
- Cooked turkey – Shredded or chopped, white or dark meat. Use up that leftover Thanksgiving turkey or even rotisserie chicken.
- Cranberry sauce – Adds a sweet-tart pop that pairs perfectly with turkey. Store-bought or homemade cranberry sauce both work here.
- Cream cheese – Gives the filling a creamy, rich texture.
- Egg wash – Brushed on top for that golden, glossy finish.
- Salt + black pepper – Season to taste so the filling isn’t bland.
How to Make Leftover Turkey Hand Pies
These are surprisingly easy to pull together. Simply mix, fill, fold, bake, BOOM done! For full recipe details, including ingredients and measurements needed, see the printable recipe card down below.
Step 1: Preheat Oven + Prep Pastry
Preheat to 400° F. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 8 rectangles.
Step 2: Mix Filling
combine turkey, cranberry sauce, cream cheese, salt + black pepper
mix well
Step 3: Fill + Seal
spoon filling onto half of each rectangle
fold over + crimp edges with a fork
repeat with remaining rectangles
Step 4: Brush + Bake
brush tops with egg wash
bake until golden brown
cool slightly before serving
Tips for Success
- Keep your puff pastry cold so it stays flaky while baking.
- Don’t overfill or the filling will leak out.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean pastry cuts.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment for easy cleanup.
What to Serve With Leftover Turkey Hand Pies
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes – Perfect for soaking up extra cranberry sauce.
- Roasted Green Beans – Adds a fresh, crisp side.
- Homemade Gravy – Drizzle over the top for extra flavor.
- Pumpkin Soup – For some “soup and sandwich” vibes
- Pumpkin Pie – A classic dessert pairing.
These leftover turkey hand pies are flaky, flavorful, and exactly what you need to make leftover night feel exciting. You’ll want to save this recipe for every holiday season. The printable recipe card is below. Enjoy, friends!
Leftover Turkey Hand Pies
Leftover Turkey Hand Pies are a quick and delicious way to put holiday leftovers to work, wrapped up in golden puff pastry with a creamy, tangy filling. They bake in under 20 minutes and come out flaky, warm, and perfectly snackable.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 cup cooked turkey shredded
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
- 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° F.
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into 8 equal rectangles.
- In a bowl, mix turkey, cranberry sauce, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper.
- Spoon filling onto half of each rectangle, leaving edges clear.
- Fold pastry over filling to form pockets; press edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush tops with egg wash.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake 15–18 minutes, until golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. to reheat- Bake at 350° F for 5–7 minutes or air fry at 375° F for 2–3 minutes. to freeze-
Freeze cooled hand pies in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen at 375° F for 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 273mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 135IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
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Variations
- Ham & Swiss Hand Pies – Swap turkey for diced ham and add shredded Swiss cheese.
- Brie & Cranberry – Replace cream cheese with brie for a richer, gooey filling.
- Chicken Alfredo Pies – Use cooked chicken and a spoonful of Alfredo sauce.
- Veggie Packed Version – Add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or caramelized onions with the turkey.
- BBQ Turkey Pies – Mix turkey with barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese for a smoky twist.
More Ways to Use Up Leftover Turkey
- Thanksgiving Leftovers Casserole – Basically layers of Thanksgiving in casserole form.
- Leftover Turkey Breast Recipe – Cheesy casserole with rice and broccoli.
- Turkey a la King Recipe – Creamy, comforting, and perfect over puff pastries.
- Southern Turkey Salad – Chopped turkey tossed in a creamy dressing for sandwiches or crackers.
- Baked Turkey Taquitos – Crispy, oven-baked rolls stuffed with turkey and cheese.
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This recipe looks great, however I think the puff pastry should be cut into squares not rectangles. I don’t think you can fold a rectangle to form a triangle.