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Mini Thanksgiving Turkey & Cranberry Pot Pies

Mini Thanksgiving Turkey & Cranberry Pot Pies to Warm Your Soul

Delightful Mini Thanksgiving Turkey & Cranberry Pot Pies, a creative twist on classic holiday flavors, perfect for using up leftovers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pizzas
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for a heartier option.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Feel free to swap for brown sugar for a richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use chilled for the best results.
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can be substituted with butter or any preferred oil.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots make a great substitute for a milder touch.
  • 1 stalk Celery Feel free to omit if you don’t have it.
  • 1 large Russet Potato Sweet potatoes can substitute for a sweeter taste.
  • 1 pound Ground Dark Meat Turkey Using cooked diced turkey leftovers can speed up prep.
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour (for filling) Stir well to avoid clumps.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Opt for vegetable stock for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Havarti Cheese Monterey Jack or Cheddar can work as substitutes.
  • 1 cup Canned Chunky Cranberry Sauce Homemade offers a fresher take.
  • ¼ cup Diced Chives Green onions are a good alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Can be omitted for a vegan-friendly pie.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Skillet
  • Muffin tin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, pulse together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Add chilled, cubed unsalted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbles. Gradually add ice water, just until the dough holds together. Chill the dough in the refrigerator while you prep the filling.
  2. Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped yellow onion and diced celery stalk for about 5 minutes until softened. Add peeled and diced russet potato, cooking until tender. Stir in ground dark meat turkey, then season with freshly ground black pepper before adding all-purpose flour, followed by chicken stock. Cook until thickened.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and fold in shredded Havarti cheese, canned chunky cranberry sauce, and diced chives into your turkey mixture. Mix until well combined, then allow the filling to cool slightly.
  4. Preheat oven to 400ºF. On a floured surface, roll out half of the chilled dough to about ⅛ inch thick. Cut squares and press them into the cups of a greased muffin tin. Fill each with the turkey and cranberry mixture, then roll out the remaining dough, cutting into squares to cover the tops. Press edges to seal and brush the tops with a beaten egg.
  5. Place the assembled pot pies in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust turns golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your butter and water are very cold before mixing for a flaky crust. Let the filling cool slightly before assembling to prevent a soggy crust.

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