Description
Blueberry pie cookies blend classic pie flavors with cookie convenience, creating a delightful dessert. Sweet, buttery pastry wrapped around juicy blueberries offers you a perfect handheld treat that celebrates summer’s finest fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade pie dough)
- 1 cup (150 g) blueberry pie filling (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- ½ tbsps (180 ml) milk
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Workspace Preparation: Arrange a clean, lightly floured surface and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring all ingredients and tools are within easy reach.
- Dough Shaping: Transform pie crusts into circular shapes using a round cookie cutter, re-rolling scraps to maximize dough usage with minimal waste.
- Filling and Assembly: Center a precise dollop of blueberry filling on half the dough circles, then carefully overlay remaining circles, creating a sealed pastry pocket.
- Sealing and Finishing: Crimp edges with a fork, creating a decorative border. Brush with egg wash and puncture subtle vents to allow steam escape during baking.
- Baking Process: Position cookie sheet in a preheated oven, baking until edges achieve a rich golden-brown color, approximately 15-20 minutes at the recommended temperature.
- Cooling and Glazing: Rest cookies briefly on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Optional: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to create a smooth glaze for drizzling.
- Serving and Storage: Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed. Preserve in an airtight container for optimal freshness, maintaining quality for up to two days.
Notes
- Optimize Dough Handling: Keep pie crust chilled before rolling to prevent sticking and maintain a flaky texture. Work quickly and use minimal handling to prevent the dough from becoming tough.
- Prevent Filling Leakage: Use a small amount of filling to avoid overflow and ensure a clean seal. Drain excess liquid from blueberries to prevent soggy cookies and maintain structural integrity.
- Achieve Perfect Golden Finish: Brush egg wash evenly for a consistent, glossy appearance. Use a light hand to create a thin, uniform coating that enhances the cookie’s visual appeal and creates a beautiful sheen.
- Customize Flavor Variations: Experiment with alternative fillings like raspberry, cherry, or apple preserves. Consider dietary modifications by using gluten-free pie crust or sugar-free fruit fillings for diverse dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 14
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg