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Cherry Pie Bites

Cherry Pie Bites
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Cherry pie, easy, fast bites.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6-8 tbsp ice water
  • 3 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (for glaze)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cut in the very cold, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse meal with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into two discs, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days.
  • While your dough chills, prepare the cherry filling. In a saucepan, combine pitted cherries (if using fresh or frozen, no need to thaw frozen ones first!), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, almond extract, and a pinch of cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the cherries release their juices, about 8-10 minutes. The filling should be bubbly and glossy. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of chilled dough into a thin rectangle, about 1/8-inch thick. Using a 3-inch round or square cutter, cut out as many shapes as you can. Repeat with the second disc of dough. Place about a tablespoon of cooled cherry filling in the center of half of your dough cutouts. Moisten the edges with a little water or an egg wash, then top with another dough cutout. Gently press the edges to seal, then crimp with a fork. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
  • Arrange the sealed pie bites on your prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk together one egg with one tablespoon of milk to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops of each pie bite with the egg wash. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  • In a small bowl, combine two cups of powdered sugar, gradually adding one tablespoon of milk at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Stir in about a quarter teaspoon of vanilla extract and a tiny pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
  • Once your Cherry Pie Bites have cooled completely, drizzle generously over them with the prepared glaze. Allow the glaze to set for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Perfectly portioned, delightfully sweet, and bursting with the vibrant flavor of ripe cherries, these Cherry Pie Bites feature a buttery, flaky crust wrapped around a gooey, intensely fruity cherry filling.

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