Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Bake Perfect Cherry Pie Bombs, where flaky puff pastry envelops a luscious cherry filling. Each bite delivers a burst of sweet-tart goodness that evokes memories of summer gatherings and family celebrations. These charming individual desserts are perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, making them an ideal addition to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and chopped)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine chopped cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into 4×4-inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of cherry filling in the center of each square and fold over to seal tightly.
- Brush the tops with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie bomb (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment with different fruits like blueberries or peaches for unique flavors. Add cinnamon sugar on top before baking for extra crunch.