Description

These quick cherry pie bites pack all the classic cherry pie flavor into a bite-sized treat that’s perfect for game night. Easy to make in under 30 minutes, they’re crowd-pleasing, mess-free, and customizable for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped (thawed and drained if frozen)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1 sheet refrigerated pie dough (about 8 oz)
1 tablespoon flour (for dusting)
Nonstick cooking spray or butter (for greasing the muffin tin)
Extra sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk (dairy-free if needed)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 24-count mini muffin tin with nonstick spray or butter.
In a small saucepan, combine cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until thickened and glossy (about 4-6 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Unroll pie dough and gently flatten to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut out 24 circles using a 2 to 2.5-inch cookie cutter or glass, re-rolling scraps as needed.
Press each dough circle into the wells of the mini muffin tin, forming cups. Trim excess dough if needed.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of cherry filling into each dough cup. Do not overfill.
Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until pastry is golden and filling is bubbling. If using a regular muffin tin, bake for 18-20 minutes.
Cool bites in the pan for 5 minutes, then gently twist to release and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency as needed.
Drizzle glaze over cooled cherry pie bites. Sprinkle with extra sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free pie dough. For vegan, use dairy-free milk and vegan pie dough. Chill dough circles before shaping if your kitchen is warm. Do not overfill cups to prevent bubbling over. Glaze bites only after cooling for best appearance. Cherry filling can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. Bites freeze well and reheat best in a toaster oven.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bite
Calories: 65
Sugar: 6
Sodium: 40
Fat: 2
Saturated Fat: 1
Carbohydrates: 11
Fiber: 1
Protein: 1

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