Description
Sour Cherry Hand Pies are delightful, flaky pastries filled with a sweet-tart cherry filling that will transport you back to summer picnics. These hand pies are easy to make and offer a perfect balance of flavor, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed warm on their own or paired with vanilla ice cream, these treats will impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sour cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 package pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine sour cherries, sugar, and cornstarch, mixing until cherries are evenly coated.
- Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface and cut into circles using a large cookie cutter.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle. Fold over and seal edges with a fork.
- Whisk together the egg and water for the egg wash; brush over each pie.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For variations, swap sour cherries with blueberries or peaches. Add spices like cinnamon for an extra flavor kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.