Description
Cherry Hand Pies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance sweet and tart flavors with a flaky, golden crust. Filled with juicy cherries, these portable desserts evoke memories of summer picnics and family gatherings. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced chef, this easy recipe ensures impressive results that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 package (14 oz) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by combining cherries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling and sugar dissolves.
- Roll out pie crust on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into circles (6 inches diameter).
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of cherry mixture onto one half of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create pockets and crimp edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush each pie with whisked egg for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 375°F (190°C) 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 hand pie (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg