Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Cherry Cream Cheese Hand Pies, a perfect blend of creamy cheese and sweet cherry filling enveloped in a flaky crust. These charming pastries are not only easy to make but also customizable, allowing you to experiment with various fruit fillings. Ideal for parties, picnics, or a cozy night in, they promise to impress both family and friends with their beautiful presentation and delicious flavor. In just 35 minutes, you can create these irresistible treats that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Store-bought pie crust
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Canned cherry pie filling (or your favorite fruit filling)
- Beaten egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface and cut into shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place a tablespoon of cream cheese mixture on half of the cut shapes, topped with cherry filling.
- Seal with remaining dough pieces, brushing edges with beaten egg.
- Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg