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Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli

August 6, 2018 By Patricia 82 Comments

Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli are a fun twist on a flavorful sandwich (one that’s perfect to grab as you’re headed out the door, by the way). The flavor combo and fun “packaging” makes this recipe a crowd pleaser!

Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli are a fabulous twist on a sandwich, with flavorful ingredients!

Sandwiches don’t have to be boring! Let’s shout it from the rooftops! My Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli are the perfect example. Another tasty and filling sandwich on the site is my Chickpea Salad Sandwiches recipe. It’s a great meatless meal option.

For a fun twist on sandwiches, give these Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli a try. They're fun and flavorful!

Technically, hand pies aren’t sandwiches but they’re so close I’m going to put them in the sandwich column. If you need to rationalize, here we go:

  1. You hold them in your hand to eat.
  2. I’ve used traditional sandwich ingredients for the filling, and a flaky crust (pie dough) to enclose it.
  3. They’re perfect for lunch (serve them with a side salad and some fruit).
  4. If you need to eat on the run, you can easily grab one or two and hit the road.

For a sweet and fruity version of hand pies, try my recipe for Fresh Peach Pie “Pop Tarts.

Flaky and flavorful, Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli with change your mind about sandwiches!

I think you’ll agree that Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli are as good as a sandwich, if not better. I used a good quality cheese for this recipe, and I couldn’t be happier with the flavor. 

Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli are packed with flavor! They're great on the go, too!

This cheese is mild and buttery and pairs well with the slightly salty ham, the tangy aioli, and the flaky crust. This cheese is great when you need a melty sort of cheese. In fact, when you make these hand pies, be sure to put the cheese down first, otherwise, it’ll bubble out all over the tops (lesson learned).

I used prepared pie dough, but if you want to go with scratch, use my recipe for pie dough. You may find you’ll have more aioli than you’ll need, but refrigerate the leftovers and use them on your next sandwich (or as a dip for fries) within a few days.

Make a batch of Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli to impress those you love! They're loaded with great ingredients!

There is so much to love about Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli! They’re pretty to serve as a snack, for a special lunch, or just when you want something a little different.

Make a batch today! Back-to-school season is here, so these might provide some inspiration for a fun after-school snack.

Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli are a fun twist on sandwiches. These hand pies make great snacks, too!

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Ham & Havarti Hand Pies with Rosemary-Mustard Aioli

You'll love these goodies that are perfect to grab and go, or to sit down to for lunch. The flavor is amazing and the flaky pie crust packages them up perfectly!

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Ingredients

    For the aioli
  • 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped small
  • For the hand pies
  • 1 package (2, 9-inch rounds) prepared pie dough, thawed (or use my recipe above)
  • Flour to dust the work surface
  • A bit less than 1/3 pound thick-sliced deli ham, cut into 1/2-inch squares
  • A bit less than 1/3 pound Murray’s Havarti cheese, sliced thin (shred about 1 tablespoon for topping)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Fresh rosemary leaves for garnish

Instructions

    For the aioli
  1. Mince the garlic, sprinkle with the coarse salt, then use the back of a knife to press and smash the mixture into a paste.
  2. Add the garlic mixture, mayonnaise, mustards, olive oil, lemon juice, and rosemary to a bowl and mix to combine. Taste and adjust as needed.
  3. For the hand pies
  4. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. (or according to the dough's package directions).
  5. Lightly dust a flat work surface with a bit of flour. Unroll one of the dough rounds and use a rolling pin to stretch out the dough, just a bit. Use a 3-1/2-4-inch round cookie cutter (or a similarly-sized round object like the mouth of a glass) to cut out as many circles as possible (you’ll need two circles for each hand pie).
  6. Gather up the scraps of dough, and roll them to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut out more circles, and continue until all the dough scraps are used up.
  7. Place half the circles on the baking sheet. Spread about 1/2 teaspoon of the aioli onto the center of the circle. Add 1 slice of cheese to the center, then top with a few pieces of the ham, mounding the ingredients.
  8. Wet your fingers to moisten the outer edge of the circle. Use another circle as the cover. Wet the outer edges of that one, too, and place the wet side down over the top of each circle on the pan. Press the edges together tightly to seal the pies.
  9. Lightly brush each hand pie with the egg. Use a sharp knife to cut a small “X” into the center. Sprinkle just a few pieces of the shredded Havarti over the top.
  10. Continue with the remaining pie dough and ingredients.
  11. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until golden, rotating once.
  12. Cool on a wire rack. Serve garnished with rosemary leaves.

Notes

This recipe makes a little extra aioli than what you'll use for the hand pies. Refrigerate it and use it on a different sandwich or as a dip for fries within a day or so.

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Comments

  1. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    August 1, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    O those rosemary and mustard sound heavenly together!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 1, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      Thanks, Rebecca! I told someone else recently that rosemary is my BFF! :)
      Reply
  2. Allison - Celebrating Sweets says

    August 1, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    That aioli sounds absolutely amazing! Love this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 1, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      Thanks, Allison! Yes, I'm loving the aioli!
      Reply
  3. Katerina @ Diethood says

    August 1, 2016 at 4:04 pm

    These hand pies are absolutely perfect!! I love everything about them!! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 1, 2016 at 5:50 pm

      Thanks so much, Katerina!
      Reply
  4. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

    August 1, 2016 at 4:57 pm

    I need these hand pies in my life. Great flavors!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 1, 2016 at 5:50 pm

      Thanks, Jocelyn! I love them!
      Reply
  5. Amy says

    August 1, 2016 at 6:11 pm

    These. Look. Amazing. I can't wait to make them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:51 pm

      Thanks, Amy! Enjoy!
      Reply
  6. Diana Johnson says

    August 1, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    I haven't seen many recipes for savory handpies. These sound amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:50 pm

      Thanks so much, Diana!
      Reply
  7. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

    August 1, 2016 at 8:26 pm

    What an elegant lunch! I think hand pies are DEFINITELY sandwiches!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:50 pm

      Thanks for the vote, Dorothy! :)
      Reply
  8. Leah says

    August 1, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    These sound divine, and I bet I would use that aioli on EVERYTHING! Yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:50 pm

      Thanks, Leah! Yeah...the aioli is pretty darn good, if I say so!
      Reply
  9. Catherine says

    August 1, 2016 at 9:12 pm

    That cheesy filling and flaky dough is perfection. These little hand pies are such a treat. Love this idea, Patricia...I know they wouldn't last a NY minute in my house. xo, Catherine
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:50 pm

      Ha! Thank you, Catherine! I know, they were gone pretty quickly!
      Reply
  10. Citra Kale @Citra's Home Diary says

    August 1, 2016 at 9:50 pm

    In morning I tend to find something savory for my light breakfast with my tea... love your hand pie idea here. I don't eat ham, do you have any suggestion for substitute ham? thx
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:49 pm

      Hi Citra! Maybe sauteed red peppers or zucchini would go well with the cheese! Thank you!
      Reply
  11. Lauren says

    August 1, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    These sound really good - I love a savory pie!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:47 pm

      Thanks, Lauren!
      Reply
  12. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    August 1, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    THESE ARE GORGEOUS! How can you eat something so pretty?! Okay, I totally could, but they are stunning :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:47 pm

      Thanks, Kacey! Trust me...it's easy :)
      Reply
  13. Amanda says

    August 2, 2016 at 1:56 am

    These are beautiful and look delicious! I'm afraid if I attempted these, they would look like a Pinterest fail! Lol thank you for sharing your recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:46 pm

      Haha! No way, Amanda! They're so easy to make! Thanks :)
      Reply
  14. Sandra Shaffer says

    August 2, 2016 at 2:15 am

    Havarti cheese is one of my favorites! These hand pies are too cute for words and looks like they'll come together quickly if you use prepared pie crust! Great time saver!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:46 pm

      So good, isn't it, Sandra? Thanks so much!
      Reply
  15. Maggie Unzueta says

    August 2, 2016 at 2:38 am

    Oh my! Looks delicious. I have to pin this...
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:45 pm

      Thanks, Maggie! Hope you get to try them!
      Reply
  16. Ruthie says

    August 2, 2016 at 2:59 am

    Mouth wateringly good!! I mean, you always have the best recipes and pictures!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:45 pm

      You're so kind! Thanks a bunch, Ruthie!
      Reply
  17. Sandi (@fearless_dining) says

    August 2, 2016 at 3:06 am

    That flaky crust is just dreamy! I love that these are hand held.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:44 pm

      Yes, totally convenient! Thank you, Sandi!
      Reply
  18. Ashleigh says

    August 2, 2016 at 4:11 am

    Oh, this pie recipe looks so good and something I know I'd love! Thank you for sharing your recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:44 pm

      Thank you, Ashleigh!
      Reply
  19. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    August 2, 2016 at 4:56 am

    These look unbelievably good and I'd have no problem packing away two or three in one sitting!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:44 pm

      Oh. Believe me, it CAN be done ;) Thanks, Kimberly!
      Reply
  20. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    August 2, 2016 at 4:56 am

    These are the prettiest hand pies I have ever seen! Perfect for an elegant brunch with friends and family!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:43 pm

      Wow - thank so much for the kind words, Anna!
      Reply
  21. Michelle De La Cerda says

    August 2, 2016 at 5:25 am

    These look so cute and I love the idea of a grab and go snack. Plus I am a huge fan of rosemary!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:43 pm

      Thank you, Michelle! I'm a big rosemary fan, too :)
      Reply
  22. Linda | Brunch-n-Bites says

    August 2, 2016 at 5:44 am

    Oh my gawd...love love love. I've been having pies in mind lately, savory pies and this one came up. What a lovely idea! And hand pies? SOLD! Did I say love already?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:42 pm

      :) Thanks so much, Linda! Looks like perfect timing!
      Reply
  23. Cassandra says

    August 2, 2016 at 11:04 am

    These are so beautiful! I've never made hand pies before and this is inspiring me to give it a try.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks so much, Cassandra! Hope you do give them a try!
      Reply
  24. Jenna says

    August 2, 2016 at 11:50 am

    These pies are so beautiful! I would definitely make them! Beautiful photos!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Jenna!
      Reply
  25. Becca @ Fork in the Kitchen says

    August 2, 2016 at 12:45 pm

    These look perfect! The aioli sounds to-die for!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:41 pm

      Thanks so much, Becca!
      Reply
  26. Dee Dee (My Midlife Kitchen) says

    August 2, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    Whoa. These look incredible. Kind of like grown up Hot Pockets! LOL And SO much more tasty! That aioli sounds so good I'm sure I could just eat that with a straw, too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:41 pm

      Haha! Love it, Dee Dee! Yes, I was thinking of Hot Pockets, too, when I made them! The aioli is definitely worthy of a straw!
      Reply
  27. Cathy Trochelman says

    August 2, 2016 at 3:54 pm

    Wow - not only are these little pies gorgeous, but they sound absolutely delicious! So perfect for a special occasion!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:40 pm

      Thanks so much, Cathy!
      Reply
  28. Mama Munchkin says

    August 2, 2016 at 6:27 pm

    These look delicious! I have never made a hand pie before maybe now is the time.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 2, 2016 at 11:39 pm

      Thanks! Yes! You definitely should (you could make a fruit or sweet one, too)!
      Reply
  29. Sandra Johnson says

    August 10, 2017 at 11:32 am

    These look wonderful...I was looking for a different accompaniment for soup and I think a hand pie would be perfect. What temperature did you use to bake them?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 25, 2017 at 7:31 pm

      That's a great idea, Sandra! So sorry - I baked them at 425 degrees F. (based on the directions on the pie dough package). I will update the recipe now - sorry for the oversight!
      Reply
  30. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

    August 6, 2018 at 11:56 am

    These hand pies are incredible! Love the wonderful flavors.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 13, 2018 at 9:26 pm

      Thanks so much, Jocelyn!
      Reply
  31. Delaney | Melanie Makes says

    August 6, 2018 at 6:31 pm

    These hand pies are so adorable!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:49 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Delaney!
      Reply
  32. Demeter says

    August 6, 2018 at 7:19 pm

    Such a great way to take lunch up to the next level! Nothing boring about these!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:49 pm

      Thanks so much, Demeter!
      Reply
  33. Izzy says

    August 6, 2018 at 9:09 pm

    That's such a delicious idea for a sandwich!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:49 pm

      Thanks so much, Izzy!
      Reply
  34. Lauren says

    August 6, 2018 at 10:11 pm

    These pies look amazing. So flaky and a great flavor combination. How did you come up with this recipe? Adding this one to the recipe book to try later.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:49 pm

      Thanks, Lauren! I have a sweet recipe that's a hand pie. Thought I'd put a savory spin on things with this one :)
      Reply
  35. Amber Mamian says

    August 6, 2018 at 11:37 pm

    Oh my goodness these sound absolutely amazing. I will have to try them out!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:48 pm

      Thanks, Amber! I hope you do, and enjoy!
      Reply
  36. Jacque Hastert says

    August 7, 2018 at 8:30 am

    These look amazingly delicious! They would be perfect to take along on a quick mini vacay!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:48 pm

      Thank you, Jacque! Oh - what a great idea!
      Reply
  37. Des says

    August 7, 2018 at 9:20 am

    These look amazing and would be perfect for a rainy day like today!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 13, 2018 at 9:22 pm

      Oh, for sure! Hope you give them a try on another rainy day, and enjoy!
      Reply
  38. Abeer says

    August 7, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    These hand pies are so great for summer parties and picnics
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 13, 2018 at 9:21 pm

      That's a great time to enjoy them, Abeer! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  39. Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says

    August 9, 2018 at 12:00 pm

    That looks and sounds so good! I can't wait to give this a try!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 27, 2018 at 4:42 pm

      Thanks very much, Sandra!
      Reply
  40. Suzette says

    August 13, 2020 at 8:03 am

    Oh My Goodness! My family loves savory hand pies. I have a shower coming up. Can these be made in advance and frozen?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:49 pm

      Thank you,, Suzette! I'm not sure - I've never tried it before. Hope it works out for you!
      Reply

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