Description
Cherry Pie Bites are a delightful twist on traditional cherry pie, offering a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors in a convenient bite-sized form. Each little pastry is filled with juicy cherry goodness and encased in a flaky, golden crust that will leave you craving more. Ideal for gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these treats are sure to impress everyone with their nostalgic taste and charming presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 tbsp ice-cold water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine pitted cherries with sugar and cornstarch; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix flour and cubed butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice-cold water until dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick and cut out 3-inch circles.
- Place a tablespoon of cherry filling on each circle, fold over, and crimp the edges with a fork.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet 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 bite (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg