Description
These Air Fryer Blueberry Hand Pies are a healthier twist on traditional fried pastries. With a golden, flaky crust and a sweet blueberry filling, they’re crispy on the outside while keeping the blueberries juicy and bursting with flavor on the inside. Made in the air fryer, these hand pies are a quick and delicious treat without the mess of deep frying.
Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade pie dough if you prefer)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or your preferred sweetener)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the filling)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the blueberries break down and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll the pie crusts. Using a round cookie cutter or the top of a glass (about 4-5 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough. You should get about 6-8 circles, depending on the size.
- Place 1-2 teaspoons of the blueberry filling in the center of each dough circle. Be careful not to overfill, as it could cause the pies to leak during cooking.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Use a fork to crimp the edges and seal the hand pies tightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create the egg wash. Brush the top of each hand pie with the egg wash to give them a golden, shiny finish after cooking.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the hand pies in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not touching. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until the hand pies are golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the hand pies from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch, if desired.
- Serve and enjoy your warm, crispy blueberry hand pies!
Notes
- For a more rustic look, press the edges of the dough with your fingers instead of using a fork.
- If you prefer a different filling, you can substitute the blueberries for other fruits like raspberries, strawberries, or apples.
- For a vegan option, use a plant-based pie crust and substitute the egg wash with almond milk or a vegan egg wash (made with flaxseed meal and water).
- For a flakier crust, consider using a butter-based pie crust instead of a refrigerated one.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
