Can I use frozen blueberries in hand pies?

Yes! Frozen blueberries work just as well as fresh ones. Don’t thaw them before using, otherwise they’ll release too much liquid. Just toss with a little cornstarch and sugar, then fold into the pastry.

What’s the difference between blueberry hand pies and turnovers?

Turnovers are usually made with puff pastry and folded into triangles, while hand pies can be round, rectangular, or half-moon shapes. Both are delicious, but hand pies are often sturdier and easier to customize.

Do I need to pre-cook the blueberry filling?

For the best texture, yes. Cooking the filling with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch creates a jammy consistency that won’t leak as much during baking. If you skip this step, the berries may burst and leave the pastry soggy.

How do I stop hand pies from leaking?

The key is sealing. Brush the edges of the pastry with egg wash, press firmly with a fork, and don’t overfill. Venting the tops with a small cut also allows steam to escape without breaking the crust.

Blueberry Hand Pies - mealstomake.com

Description

These Blueberry Hand Pies Simply Recipes Mark Beahm style are golden, flaky, and bursting with juicy blueberry filling. Easy, portable, and perfect for any dessert table.

Ingredients

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2 sheets puff pastry (or homemade pie dough)

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

1/4 cup sugar

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp cornstarch

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

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Instructions

1. Make the blueberry filling: cook blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a saucepan until thickened. Let cool.

2. Roll pastry on a floured surface and cut into 4–5 inch circles.

3. Spoon 1–2 tbsp of filling onto half of the pastry rounds.

4. Brush edges with egg wash, cover with another pastry round, and press with a fork to seal.

5. Cut a small slit on top for venting. Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.

7. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.

For crunch, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar on top before baking.

Hand pies pair perfectly with ice cream, coffee, or tea.

Storage: Airtight container at room temp (2 days), fridge (4 days), freezer (1 month). Reheat at 350°F for 5–7 minutes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert, Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 hand pie
Calories: 220
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg