Description
Blackberry hand pies are delightful little pastries filled with a sweet and tangy blackberry mixture, encased in a flaky, golden crust. Perfect for picnics or as a snack, these charming treats evoke nostalgia and joy with every bite. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create these portable desserts that are sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 5–6 tbsp chilled water
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add chilled water until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- For the filling, mix blackberries and sugar in a bowl; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut circles using a cookie cutter.
- Place a tablespoon of filling on half of each circle. Fold over and seal edges with fingers or fork.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush tops with egg wash if desired. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment with other fruits like apples or cherries for different flavors. Consider adding lemon zest to the filling for an extra zing.