Description
Mini Cherry Pies are the perfect bite-sized dessert, combining a flaky crust with a sweet and tart cherry filling that bursts with flavor. These adorable treats are not only visually appealing but also evoke cherished memories of summer picnics and family gatherings. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, these mini pies are sure to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 package (14 oz) pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix pitted cherries, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and cinnamon; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Roll out pie crusts and cut them into circles for muffin tins.
- Place circles in greased muffin tins and fill with cherry mixture.
- Cut additional dough for tops; brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg