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Freshly baked blueberry hand pies with a flaky crust and blueberry filling

Blueberry Hand Pies

Delightful blueberry hand pies with a flaky crust, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dough

  • 2.5 cups unbleached all-purpose flour For structure
  • 1 teaspoon salt For flavor enhancement
  • 1 tablespoon sugar To balance flavor
  • 1 cup cold butter, cubed For flakiness
  • cup ice water To bind the dough

For the filling

  • 1.5 cups blueberries For filling
  • 2 tablespoons sugar To sweeten the filling
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch To thicken the filling
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice For brightness

For assembly

  • 1 egg for egg wash For a golden finish

For the icing

  • 2 cups powdered sugar For icing
  • ¼ cup lemon juice For icing flavor

Instructions
 

Preparation of the Dough

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar, stirring briefly to combine.
  • Add the cold, cubed butter and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add the ice water gradually and mix until the dough forms but remains slightly crumbly.
  • Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Preparation of the Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.

Assembling the Hand Pies

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness on a floured surface.
  • Cut out circles (approximately 4 inches in diameter) from the rolled dough.
  • Place a tablespoon of blueberry filling in the center of each circle, leaving a ¼-inch border.
  • Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.
  • Brush the tops with beaten egg and make small slits for steam to escape.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Icing the Pies

  • Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  • Drizzle the icing over the cooled hand pies and allow to set before serving.

Notes

Ensure butter is cold for a flaky crust. Avoid overworking the dough to keep it tender. Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of blueberries.
Keyword Baked Treats, Blueberry Hand Pies, Dessert Snacks, Fruit Pastry, Hand Pies