Description
These Mini Cherry Pies are delightful handheld desserts perfect for any occasion. Bursting with juicy cherries and a sweet, tangy filling, these pies have a flaky golden crust and are baked to perfection. Ideal for serving at gatherings or enjoying as a treat, they combine simplicity and classic flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Crust
- 1 package (14 oz) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Egg Wash
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the pies.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine the halved cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the cornstarch to begin thickening the juice.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled pie crust to approximately 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cutter about 4 inches in diameter to cut out dough circles for the pie bases and tops.
- Assemble Pies: Place one dough circle into each cup of a muffin tin. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cherry mixture into each dough-lined cup. Top each with another dough circle and crimp the edges firmly to seal the pies.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden sheen once baked. Cut small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake: Bake the mini pies in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Notes
- Use fresh cherries for the best flavor, but frozen cherries can be substituted if thawed well and drained.
- Chilling the dough before rolling out helps prevent sticking and makes handling easier.
- Ensure to crimp the edges well to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- Allow pies to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set.
- Egg wash helps achieve a shiny, golden crust but can be omitted for a dairy/egg-free alternative.
