Description
Cherry Pie Bites are a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. These flaky pockets are filled with sweet and tart cherry goodness, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they’re sure to impress your guests and transport you back to childhood memories of cherry picking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg (for wash)
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cherries, sugar, and lemon juice; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into 4-inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of the cherry mixture in the center of each square.
- Moisten edges with water, fold over, and seal with a fork.
- Brush tops with an egg wash (egg mixed with water).
- Bake on parchment-lined sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (34g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg