Quick Cherry Pie Bites
Quick Cherry Pie Bites are a fast and easy dessert featuring juicy cherry filling wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for gatherings or simple cravings, they deliver the homemade charm of cherry pie in a bite-sized, shareable treat ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 24 pie bites 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free crust option)
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- Pre-made or homemade pie crust (enough to cut into 2-3 inch squares)
Cherry Filling
- Sweet and tart cherry pie filling (about 1 cup)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (to enhance sweetness)
Egg Wash
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing on top)
Toppings (Optional)
- Sugar sprinkles (for crunch and sparkle)
- Sliced almonds (optional nutty topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your pie crust on a lightly floured surface and have the cherry pie filling ready, along with the beaten egg for egg wash and any optional toppings.
- Cut and Fill: Cut the pie crust into small squares, about 2 to 3 inches each. Spoon a modest amount of cherry filling onto the center of each square, being careful not to overfill to prevent leaking.
- Fold and Seal: Fold each square in half diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal the bites tightly.
- Egg Wash and Sprinkle: Brush the top of each pie bite with the beaten egg wash to create a golden, glossy finish. Sprinkle sugar or sliced almonds on top if desired.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the pie bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.
Notes
- Don’t overfill to avoid leaking and mess.
- Use cold pie crust for easier handling and flakier texture.
- Brush egg wash generously for shine and helping toppings stick.
- Cut squares uniformly for even baking and neat presentation.
- Allow bites to cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pie bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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Find it online: https://cherrycooks.com/quick-cherry-pie-bites/
