Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Homemade Blueberry Hand Pies, a perfect sweet treat for any occasion! These hand pies feature a luscious filling of fresh blueberries and zesty lemon juice, all encased in a flaky pre-made pie crust. Ideal for gatherings, picnics, or enjoying at home, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Easy to prepare, these hand pies are not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to mix in other fruits or spices for your own unique twist. Whether served warm with ice cream or drizzled with a lemon glaze, these hand-held desserts are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 package of pre-made pie crust (2 in a pack)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Prepare the blueberry filling by cooking fresh blueberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat until soft. Stir in sugar, cornstarch, salt, and lemon juice until thickened.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and cut out 16 circles using a pie cutter.
- Assemble the hand pies by placing filling on half of the circles, topping them with the other half, and sealing edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with an egg wash before baking for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Make a glaze with powdered sugar and milk to drizzle on cooled pies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg