Mini Blueberry Hand Pies

Are you having a guest over and want to make a fun dessert?  I found this recipe in one of my magazines, probably bon appetit.  I made them for a friend that came over to cook with me a few weeks ago.  She was surprised how quick and easy they were.  Did I also mention that they are delicious??  For those moms out there that don't have the time to make home made pastry, you can use the frozen puff pastry :)

Ingredients;
 2 cups fresh blueberries
1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 c sugar
1/4 tsp salt

1 large egg, whisked
1 Tbsp raw sugar

Buttery Pie Crust;
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 c chilled, unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.

Start by making the pastry.  You can make the pastry ahead of time and store in the fridge up to 24 hours.
Measure out the dry ingredients and place on a cutting board.  Add the pieces of butter.

Using a pastry cutter, mix the dry ingredients and butter together.

Add water until the dough forms.  You may need to use a little flour so the dough does not stick to the cutting board.

Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.  If you made the dough in advance, set the dough out and let it sit for 45 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Mix the blueberries with the lemon zest, juice, salt and sugar in a medium bowl.

Whisk an egg in a small bowl and set aside.
Roll out the dough to form a square, or a shape that resembles a square :)

Cut 5-6 squares, and spoon the blueberries on top of the dough.  Brush the egg around the square of the dough, fold over and place on a pan, lined with parchment paper.  Brush with the whisked egg.

Make a little slit in the top of the dough.  Sprinkle with sugar.  Bake for 35-40 minutes.

I know they may not look the best, but they are tasty :)

TIP: Serve with a side of vanilla ice cream or top with whipped cream.


Source: bon appetit magazine, July 2013