Description

Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Mini Cherry Pies, where tender cherries meet a flaky, golden crust. These bite-sized treats are perfect for gatherings or cozy family moments, filling your home with a mouthwatering aroma. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, these mini pies are sure to be a hit at any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)

Instructions

Make the Pie Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add cold water until a dough forms.
Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare Cherry Filling: In another bowl, mix pitted cherries with sugar and cinnamon until well-coated.
Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut out circles for mini pies using a round cutter.
Assemble: Place dough circles into greased muffin tins, fill with cherry mixture, cover with another circle of dough, and crimp edges to seal.
Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mini pie (50g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For an adventurous twist, substitute cherries with blueberries or peaches. Enhance flavors by adding nutmeg or extra cinnamon to the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.