Blueberry Hand Pies

I had my first blueberry hand pie at a little restaurant off the side of the road in Maine last year and I was hooked. I already like blueberries and this is like a blueberry pie that you can hold. I knew I was going to make some of my own when I had the time.

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I decided this summer I was going to make my own blueberry hand pies and man they did not disappoint. These little handheld blueberry treats are to die for. Whether you just want a sweet treat or are looking for something to bring to a picnic or BBQ these blueberry hand pies are a go-to for me now!

Blueberry Hand Pies

• 12 oz frozen blueberries

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tablespoon butter

• juice from 1/2 lemon

• sprinkle of cinnamon

• 2 tsp corn starch

• refrigerated pie crust

• all-purpose flour

• 1 egg

• granulated sugar for dusting

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, cook your frozen blueberries, butter, sugar, and lemon juice. Once the blueberries start to release their juices and simmer, add in the cornstarch and whisk together to incorporate.

2. Continue to simmer on medium low heat about 10 more minutes until the blueberries are soft and the liquid becomes thicker. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

3. Roll out the pie crust and dust with flour. I used an upside-down bowl to cut out my circles as my cookie cutters were not big enough for my hand pie size I wanted.

4. Add a scoop of your cooled blueberry mixture in the middle of your circle and fold over into half-moon shapes. Gently fold over and crimp the edges with your fingers. I prefer this to using a fork.

5. Mix together 1 egg with a splash of water and brush over the top. I also sprinkled mine with some granulated sugar before baking.

6. Bake at 400 for about 12 minutes until golden brown.

Cool slightly and dust with sugar if desired or serve as is.

Chanel more Maine inspired foods by checking out our Lobster Rolls recipe.