Description
Homemade Blueberry Hand Pies are a delightful dessert that combines the vibrant flavor of fresh blueberries with a flaky, golden crust. Perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, birthday party, or cozy afternoon snack—these hand pies are both easy to make and incredibly satisfying. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create delicious treats that will impress your family and friends. The warm blueberry filling is perfectly complemented by a light drizzle of icing, making each bite an irresistible indulgence. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for a versatile dessert option!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 package pre-made pie crust (2 in a pack)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for drizzle)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Cook blueberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 9 minutes until soft.
- Mix sugar, cornstarch, and salt; add to blueberries and stir until thickened (about 2-3 minutes). Stir in lemon juice and let cool.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cut out 16 circles from the pie dough using a cookie cutter.
- Place half the circles on the baking sheet; add about 1 tablespoon of blueberry filling to each.
- Top each filled circle with another dough circle, crimp edges with a fork, and cut slits on top for steam.
- Brush each pie with an egg wash mixture (egg + water).
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before drizzling icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg