Mini Shortbread Pies with Berry & Apple Filling
Mini Shortbread Pies with Berry & Apple Filling are the ultimate treat for any occasion, blending buttery shortbread crust with a luscious fruity filling. These delightful mini pies are perfect for afternoon tea or as a charming dessert at gatherings. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and vibrant berry and apple flavors, they are sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste preferences, these mini pies can be enjoyed warm or chilled, making them a versatile addition to your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 4–6 mini pies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 160 g all-purpose flour
- 60 g powdered sugar
- 115 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 egg yolk
- 1–2 tbsp cold water (if needed)
- 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
- 80 g mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar, then blend in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in egg yolk and add cold water as needed until dough forms.
- Roll out dough to 0.5 cm thickness and cut into circles for mini pie bases.
- For the filling, mix diced apple, mixed berries, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Spoon filling into each crust and optionally create decorative tops with leftover dough.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown; cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg