Best 5 Blueberry Hand Pies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is the blueberry hand pie, a culinary masterpiece that combines the sweet burst of blueberries with a golden, flaky crust. These irresistible pastries are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration. With their delectable filling and charming appearance, blueberry hand pies are sure to tantalize taste buds and leave you craving more. As you embark on this culinary journey, discover the secrets behind creating the perfect blueberry hand pie, from selecting the ripest blueberries to mastering the art of crafting a flaky, golden crust. Blueberry lovers, get ready to embark on a taste sensation that will leave you utterly captivated.

**Blueberry Hand Pies Recipe Variations:**

1. **Classic Blueberry Hand Pies:** Experience the timeless delight of blueberry hand pies in their most traditional form. This recipe showcases the perfect balance between juicy blueberries and a buttery, flaky crust.

2. **Lemon Blueberry Hand Pies:** Introduce a burst of citrusy brightness to your blueberry hand pies with a hint of lemon zest. The tangy twist elevates the flavor profile, creating a delightful harmony of sweet and sour.

3. **Blueberry Cream Cheese Hand Pies:** Indulge in the heavenly combination of sweet blueberries and creamy cheesecake filling, encased in a golden crust. The richness of the cream cheese adds a luxurious touch that will leave you savoring every bite.

4. **Blueberry Almond Hand Pies:** Add a touch of nutty elegance to your blueberry hand pies with the addition of almond extract and sliced almonds. The nutty flavor and crunchy texture create a delightful contrast to the soft, juicy blueberries.

5. **Mixed Berry Hand Pies:** Elevate your hand pie experience with a medley of berries. Combine blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries to create a vibrant and flavorful filling that bursts with summery goodness.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY HAND PIES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups blueberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons lemon zest plus juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 sheets frozen puff pastry (from two 17.3-ounce packages, such as Pepperidge Farm), thawed
1 large egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the filling: Combine the blueberries and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and cook, stirring, until the sugar is melted and the berries have started to burst, a few minutes. Stir together the cornstarch and lemon juice in a small bowl until combined, then add to the blueberry mixture. Add the lemon zest and vanilla and continue to cook until glossy and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool completely. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • For the pastry: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • To make the pies, unfold the thawed pastry and roll out to 10-inch squares if necessary. Cut each square in quarters, making four 5-inch squares from each. Spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons of cooled filling onto one corner of each square. Brush around the squares with the egg wash. Fold the pasty over the filling on each to make a triangle, pressing lightly to remove any air pockets. Crimp the edges shut with a fork. Put the pies on the prepared baking sheets. Brush the tops of the pies with the egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet.
  • For the glaze: Mix the powdered sugar, vanilla and 1/3 cup cold water in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the pies and let set until dry.

EASY BLUEBERRY HAND PIES



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Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16 to 20 small hand pies

Number Of Ingredients 7

Flour, for dusting
One 14.1-ounce box refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts total)
2 cups blueberries
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 large egg
Sanding sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment or silicone baking mats.
  • Lightly flour your work surface then unroll the pie crusts. Cut out as many circles as possible from each crust using a 3- to 4-inch round cookie cutter, rerolling the dough scraps if necessary.
  • Arrange half of the circles on the baking sheets, spacing them at least 1 inch apart (these are the bottom crusts). Set aside the remaining circles (these are the top crusts).
  • Stir together the blueberries, sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Divide the blueberry mixture among the bottom crusts, leaving a 1/4-inch border around each circle.
  • Top each bottom crust with 1 of the top crusts and crimp the edges together with a fork. Cut small slits in each top crust to vent steam. (Alternatively, cut out shapes with a smaller cookie cutter from each top crust.)
  • Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water then brush onto the top crusts. Sprinkle sanding sugar on top then bake the hand pies until golden brown and the blueberry juice is bubbling, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove the hand pies from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheets before serving. (See Cook's Note.)

APPLE AND BLUEBERRY HAND PIES



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield about 16 pies

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boxes prepared frozen puff pastry
6 apples
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup honey
Pinch salt
3/4 cup fresh blueberries
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons sugar
All-purpose flour, for dusting work surface

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Thaw the sheets of puff pastry as per the box instructions.
  • Peel and core the apples and cut into quarters. Toss the apples in the lemon juice so they do not brown while you are dicing them. Cut each quarter into about 2 to 3 (1-inch) pieces.
  • In a large saute pan over medium heat, melt the butter until lightly browned. Add the apples and saute for about 3 to 5 minutes until lightly browned. Add the honey and a pinch of salt and toss to mix in well, transfer to the oven and roast for about 15 minutes until apples are soft. Mash with a fork while still warm. Let the apples cool to room temperature and gently fold in the berries.
  • Turn the oven down to 400 degrees F.
  • In a small mixing bowl beat 1 egg. In another small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar.
  • Lay the thawed puff pastry sheets out flat on a floured work surface. Cut large circles out of the pastry with a ring cutter, about 4 per pastry sheet. Brush with the egg-wash on the outer edge of half of the circle. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the apple berry mixture in the center of each round of pastry dough. Fold the dough over to cover the filling, making a semi-circle and sealing the edges.
  • Place pies on a buttered oven tray. Repeat with the rest of the pastry dough. When all of the pies are on a sheet tray cut air holes in the top of each pie and brush the tops with egg wash. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes until puffed and nicely browned.

BLUEBERRY-MANGO HAND PIES



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No fork is required to eat these delicious hand pies that marry mango and blueberries. Bonus: You can make them ahead and freeze for later!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box
2 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) blueberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 mango, seed removed, peeled and thinly sliced or 1 1/2 cups well-drained mango slices (from 20-oz jar)
1 egg
2 tablespoons whipping cream or milk
1 cup powdered sugar
2 to 4 teaspoons water
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. On well-floured surface, roll 1 pie crust to 15 x 10-inch rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 5 rows by 2 rows. Repeat with second pie crust.
  • In medium bowl, crush 1/2 cup of the blueberries with fork. Add granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon peel, lemon juice and ginger; stir to combine. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups blueberries.
  • Cut mango slices in half; evenly arrange slices on 10 of the pastry rectangles. Top each with heaping tablespoon of blueberry mixture, leaving 1-inch border around edges. Place remaining 10 pastry rectangles on fruit-topped rectangles; press edges firmly with fork to seal. Cut slits in top crust. Place pies on cookie sheet. In small bowl, beat egg and whipping cream. Brush over pies.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack; cool at least 1 hour before serving.
  • In small bowl, mix powdered sugar with enough water to make thin glaze. Stir in almond extract. Drizzle glaze over pies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Pie, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUEBERRY HAND PIES



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Provided by Sue Li

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Blueberry     Summer     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Buttery Pie Crust
All-purpose flour (for dusting)
2 cups blueberries (about 10 ounces)
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg, whisked with 1 teaspoon water
1 tablespoon raw sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll out dough on a floured surface to a 15x12" rectangle. Cut into 6 rectangles.
  • Toss blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Brush edges of rectangles with water; mound some blueberries in center of each. Fold dough over, and press edges to seal. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with raw sugar. Cut slits in tops.
  • Bake hand pies, rotating sheet halfway through, until juices are bubbling and pastry is golden brown, 35-40 minutes (juices will run onto parchment). Transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, fresh blueberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh blueberries, you can use frozen blueberries that have been thawed and drained.
  • Add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the blueberry filling to help thicken it.
  • Be careful not to overfill the hand pies, or they will burst open during baking.
  • Bake the hand pies until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Serve the hand pies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Blueberry hand pies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a flaky pie crust and a sweet and tangy blueberry filling. These hand pies can be served warm or cold and are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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