Description
Cupid’s Love Pies are charming mini fruit-filled hand pies perfect for sharing. Featuring a flaky buttery crust and your choice of sweet strawberry, raspberry, cherry, or apple filling, these delightful treats are brushed with an egg wash for a glossy finish and can be dusted with powdered sugar for extra sweetness. Ready in just 45 minutes, they make an ideal dessert or romantic snack for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 6–8 tablespoons cold water
Filling
- 1 ½ cups fruit filling (strawberry, raspberry, cherry, or apple)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, to balance sweetness)
Finishing
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 6 to 8 tablespoons of cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Avoid overworking to keep the crust flaky. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter or a glass about 4 inches in diameter to cut out circles for the pies. Gather and reroll scraps as needed to cut more circles.
- Fill and fold the pies: Spoon about 1 to 2 tablespoons of your chosen fruit filling in the center of each dough circle. Optionally, sprinkle a few drops of lemon juice over the fruit to balance sweetness. Fold each circle in half to create a semicircle and press the edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges decoratively and prevent filling from leaking during baking. Cut small slits on top to vent steam.
- Apply egg wash and bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the prepared pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg wash to achieve a glossy golden finish. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Cool and serve: Remove the pies from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Once cooled slightly, dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your delicious Cupid’s Love Pies with friends and loved ones.
Notes
- Cold ingredients and minimal dough handling are key for a flaky crust.
- Use fresh or high-quality fruit filling for the best flavor.
- Adjust lemon juice in the filling depending on the fruit’s sweetness.
- These pies freeze well—freeze before baking for a convenient treat later.
- For a vegan version, substitute the butter with vegan margarine and use a plant-based milk wash instead of egg wash.
