Description
Miniature cherry pie bites pack maximum flavor into small pastry shells. Flaky crusts filled with sweet Michigan cherries create perfect handheld desserts for quick and delightful snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (8 ounces / 226 grams) tubes crescent roll dough
- 21 ounces (595 grams) can cherry pie filling
Sweet Topping:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375F (190C) and coat a muffin tin thoroughly with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Separate the crescent roll dough and carefully press each piece into the muffin cavities, ensuring the widest section covers the bottom and sides of each cup.
- Generously spoon cherry pie filling into each dough-lined cavity, distributing approximately 3-4 heaping tablespoons per bite to create a rich, fruity center.
- Carefully gather and pinch the dough corners toward the center, creating a rustic covering that mostly conceals the vibrant cherry filling.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 13-14 minutes until the pastry achieves a golden, crispy exterior.
- While the bites cool slightly, whisk powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until achieving a smooth, pourable glaze consistency.
- Drizzle the prepared glaze across the warm cherry pie bites, allowing it to cascade naturally over the pastry’s surface for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Swap crescent roll dough with puff pastry for a flakier texture that melts in your mouth.
- Reduce sugar content by using low-sugar cherry pie filling or fresh cherries mixed with minimal sweetener for a healthier version.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by lightly dusting the muffin tin with flour before spraying with nonstick cooking spray, ensuring crisp and golden edges.
- Experiment with different fruit fillings like blueberry, apple, or peach to create versatile bite-sized desserts that suit various taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg