Description
Delight in these homemade Blueberry Hand Pies featuring a flaky buttery crust filled with a luscious blueberry vanilla goat cheese and cream cheese filling, complemented by fresh blueberries and a sweet blueberry glaze. Perfectly portable and bursting with fruity flavor, these hand pies make an irresistible treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Crust
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup very cold unsalted butter, cut in cubes
- 1/2 cup very cold water (up to 2/3 cup if needed)
For the Cheese Filling
- 4 oz Montchevre Blueberry Vanilla Goat Cheese, room temperature
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- Pinch of salt
For the Blueberry Filling
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
For the Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp water
For Topping and Glaze
- Turbinado sugar for sprinkling
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar (up to 2 cups, for thicker glaze)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter to blend until crumbly with pea-sized pieces. Gradually add cold water starting with 1/2 cup, mixing swiftly until dough forms a ball. Divide into 3 or 4 portions, shape into balls, wrap tightly with plastic, and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes.
- Make the Cheese Filling: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, combine the blueberry vanilla goat cheese and cream cheese with sugar on medium-high speed until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract, cinnamon, egg, and a pinch of salt until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Prepare Blueberry Filling: In a small bowl, gently toss fresh blueberries with sugar, flour, and lemon juice. Set aside to macerate slightly.
- Make the Blueberry Glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, lemon juice, and water. Cook until blueberries burst and release juices. Transfer to blender or food processor, puree until smooth. Gradually whisk in confectioner’s sugar in 1/2 cup increments until desired smoothness and drizzle consistency is reached. Set aside.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Egg Wash: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Whisk together egg and water in a small bowl and set aside for brushing.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Flour a clean working surface lightly. Remove dough from fridge and roll each ball quickly to about 1/4 inch thickness. Using a large round cutter (~4 1/2 inch circumference), cut out dough circles.
- Assemble Hand Pies: Spoon about 3/4 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of cheese filling onto half of each dough circle, then top with a few marinated blueberries. Brush the edges of the dough with egg wash. Fold dough over to create a semicircle and seal edges by pressing with the tines of a fork. Cut two small slits on top for steam to escape.
- Finish and Chill: Brush the tops with egg wash again and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Place pies on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 20-25 minutes to firm up before baking.
- Bake the Hand Pies: Bake in preheated oven for 20-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed, up to 40 minutes if dough is thick. Allow to cool to room temperature or serve slightly warm.
- Serve with Glaze: Drizzle the prepared blueberry glaze over the hand pies just before serving for an added burst of fruity sweetness and shine.
Notes
- Keep all the butter and water very cold to ensure a flaky crust.
- Do not overwork the dough to maintain tenderness.
- Use fresh blueberries for best flavor and texture in the filling.
- Chilling the pies before baking helps them keep their shape and prevents spreading.
- Adjust glaze thickness by adding more or less confectioner’s sugar according to preference.
- These pies can be stored airtight at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently in a warm oven before serving for best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: blueberry hand pies, blueberry vanilla goat cheese pies, hand held dessert, flaky hand pies, summer berry dessert, homemade hand pies
