Cherry Hand Pies

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Cherry Hand Pies
180 min.
9
345kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of cherry hand pies, a perfect combination of crisp, flaky pastry and luscious cherry filling that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re looking for a unique appetizer, a thoughtful snack, or an eye-catching addition to your antipasti spread, these hand pies are sure to impress.

Made with fresh cherries (or frozen for convenience), dried cherries, and a touch of vanilla, the filling is not only bursting with flavors but also beautifully complements the buttery puff pastry that encases it. Best of all, this recipe is vegetarian and dairy-free, making it a suitable choice for a wide range of dietary preferences.

The process of creating these hand pies is a labor of love, but the end result is well worth the effort. From rolling out the pastry to crimping the edges, each step brings a sense of satisfaction as you prepare to bake a treat that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and watch as they disappear at your next gathering.

With a preparation time of just three hours and nine delightful servings, these cherry hand pies are perfect for sharing—or for keeping all to yourself. The warm effusion of cherry goodness, paired with a golden, crispy shell, makes each bite a moment to savor. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this scrumptious dessert; it’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cups cherries fresh frozen pitted stemmed
  • 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 0.7 cup cherries dried
  • large egg white 
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 14 ounce all-butter puff pastry thawed (preferably Dufour)
  • 1.5 teaspoon sugar raw
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • pizza cutter

Directions

  1. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir cornstarch and 1 1/2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl to blend.
  2. Combine fresh cherries and next 4 ingredients in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cherry juices are released, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add cornstarch mixture; bring to a boil, stirring often.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  5. Roll out pastry on a lightly floured surface to an 18x15" rectangle. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut dough into nine 6x5" rectangles.
  6. Whisk egg white and 1 tablespoon water in another small bowl for egg wash.
  7. Working with 1 pastry rectangle at a time, place on a work surface and brush edges with egg wash. Scoop 3 tablespoons cherry mixture onto one side; fold dough over filling so that short ends meet, forming a 5x3" packet. Crimp edges with a fork to seal. Using a sharp knife, cut a few slits in top of pie to vent.
  8. Place on prepared baking sheet; repeat with remaining dough and filling.
  9. Brush tops with egg wash, then sprinkle with raw sugar. Chill for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  10. Bake pastries until tops and bottoms are golden brown, 30-40 minutes.
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes on baking sheet.
  12. Transfer to wire racks; let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
  13. Let stand at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein5.27%
Fat43.72%
Carbs51.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.45
Glycemic Load
19.46
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.2626086831417%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
9.26mg
Pelargonidin
0.08mg
Peonidin
0.46mg
Catechin
1.34mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
1.53mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:344.56kcal
17.23%
Fat:16.91g
26.01%
Saturated Fat:4.26g
26.65%
Carbohydrates:44.38g
14.79%
Net Carbohydrates:42.21g
15.35%
Sugar:20.73g
23.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:149.92mg
6.52%
Alcohol:0.15g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:4.58g
9.16%
Selenium:11.51µg
16.44%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.27%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.98%
Vitamin B3:1.89mg
9.46%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.03%
Folate:35.77µg
8.94%
Fiber:2.16g
8.65%
Iron:1.4mg
7.79%
Vitamin K:7.74µg
7.38%
Vitamin A:338.81IU
6.78%
Copper:0.07mg
3.57%
Phosphorus:33.66mg
3.37%
Potassium:102.08mg
2.92%
Magnesium:10.94mg
2.74%
Vitamin C:2.15mg
2.6%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.73%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.73%
Calcium:17.02mg
1.7%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious