Main Instructions
1-To a medium bowl, add mashed sweet: To a medium bowl, add mashed sweet potatoes. Stir in the light brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined. Set aside.
2-On a lightly floured surface, roll out: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust to 1/8-inch thick. Use a 4-5 inch round cookie cutter to cut the crust. (You should get 26-28 pie crust rounds if using homemade; it may be less if using store-bought.)
3-Add 1 tablespoon of sweet potato filling: Add 1 tablespoon of sweet potato filling to each round.
4-Fold each mini pie crust into a: Fold each mini pie crust into a half-moon shape. Use water to wet the edges to help seal each crust. Crimp with a fork and set aside.
5-In a medium pot over medium heat,: In a medium pot over medium heat, add 2-3 inches of oil. Heat the oil until it reaches a temperature of 375°F.
6-Place 2-3 hand pies into the hot: Place 2-3 hand pies into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown (2-3 minutes). Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet. (Before adding each batch of hand pies, make sure the temperature of the oil is at 375°F; it may cool down after each batch.)
7-In a small bowl, whisk together the: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and 6 tablespoons of milk. Add more milk if needed, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the glaze reaches a pourable consistency.
8-While the hand pies are still warm,: While the hand pies are still warm, coat each with the glaze.

Alternative Methods
9-Oven Instructions: Oven Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place assembled hand pies onto the lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until golden brown. Coat warm hand pies with glaze.
10-Air Fryer Instructions: Air Fryer Instructions: Assemble hand pies as instructed. Place hand pies in a single layer into the basket of your air fryer. (Depending on the size of the air fryer, you may have to work in batches.) Spray the tops of the hand pies with cooking spray. Air fry at 360°F for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown. Coat warm hand pies with glaze.