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Colorful food art by Brooke Vanzomeren showcasing creative meals and snacks for kids.

Mini Peach & Blueberry Hand Pies

These Mini Peach & Blueberry Hand Pies are delightful snacks filled with seasonal fruits, perfect for kids and adults alike. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed warm or cold, making them ideal for lunchboxes, picnics, or parties.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced (or frozen thawed peaches)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • cup granulated sugar adjust to the sweetness of your fruit
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup optional, for deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • Pinch salt
Dough
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (or coconut oil for vegan)
  • 6–8 tablespoons ice water more or less
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water for egg wash (or milk for dairy-free/golden crust)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling optional
Optional Additions
  • ¼ cup cream cheese or ricotta for a creamy layer
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract to add to filling

Method
 

Make the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
  3. Sprinkle ice water over the mix, a tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork until dough just comes together.
  4. Divide into two disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days).
Prepare the Filling
  1. Method A — Stovetop compote (quick): In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine peaches, blueberries, sugar, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 6–8 minutes until the fruit begins to release juices and soften.
  2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 more minutes until thickened.
  3. Method B — Roasted fruit (deeper flavor): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss peaches and blueberries with other filling ingredients on a sheet pan and roast for 12–18 minutes.
Assemble the Hand Pies
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment.
  2. Roll one dough disk on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to stamp out circles.
  3. Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle and fold over to seal.
  4. Cut small slits on top for steam vents, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Bake and Finish
  1. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Let cool for 5 minutes on the tray before transferring to a rack.

Notes

These hand pies are perfect for school snacks, picnics, or parties. They can be served warm or cold and go well with a scoop of vanilla yogurt or ice cream.