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Cherry Pie Bites

Cherry Pie Bites
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Irresistible Cherry Pie Bites: easy recipe for sweet, bite-sized treats! Get baking fun today!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for crust)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup ice water, plus more if needed
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (for filling)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3-4 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (for glaze)
  • Pinch of salt (for glaze)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the very cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender, two knives, or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to add too much water; you want the dough to be moist enough to hold together but not sticky. Form the dough into two discs, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days.
  • While your dough is chilling, prepare the cherry filling. In a medium saucepan, combine your fresh or frozen cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the cherries release their juices, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract. Let the filling cool completely before using.
  • Once the dough is chilled, lightly flour a clean surface and roll out one disc of dough into a thin circle, about 1/8-inch thick. Use a 2.5-inch round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles. Repeat with the second dough disc. You’ll need an even number of circles for the tops and bottoms. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On half of your dough circles, spoon a small amount of the cooled cherry filling into the center, leaving a clear border. For the other half of the dough circles, use a small star or heart cutter to cut a tiny vent hole in the center. Whisk together your egg and milk or cream for an egg wash. Brush the edges of the dough circles with filling with a little egg wash. Place the vented dough circles on top and gently press the edges together to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges. Transfer the assembled pie bites to your prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of all the pie bites with the remaining egg wash.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the crust is beautifully golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before glazing.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, a tablespoon of milk, the vanilla extract, almond extract, and a tiny pinch of salt. Continue whisking, gradually adding more milk a teaspoon at a time, until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency that is thick enough to coat a spoon but still flows easily.
  • Once your Cherry Pie Bites have completely cooled, lay a sheet of parchment paper or a wire rack over your workspace to catch any drips. Gently drizzle the prepared powdered sugar glaze over the cooled pie bites using a spoon or a small whisk. Allow the glaze to set for about 10-15 minutes before serving or storing.

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Prepare to fall head over heels for these utterly delightful Cherry Pie Bites! These miniature morsels of pure joy capture all the classic charm and irresistible flavor of a traditional cherry pie, but in a perfectly portioned, handheld package. Imagine a buttery, flaky crust encasing a sweet-tart, glistening cherry filling, all baked to golden-brown perfection.

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