Mini Cherry Cream Cheese Pies are delightful, bite-sized treats that combine the sweetness of cherries with creamy cheesecake filling and a buttery crust. Here’s how you can make these irresistible mini pies:
8. **Serve:**
– Serve chilled and enjoy these irresistible Mini Cherry Cream Cheese Pies as a delightful dessert or sweet treat!
### Tips:
– You can use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to pipe the cream cheese filling into the mini crusts for a decorative touch.
– If using Cool Whip instead of whipped cream, fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
– Store any leftover mini pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They are best enjoyed within a day or two.
These Mini Cherry Cream Cheese Pies are perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a special treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy the creamy cheesecake filling paired with the fruity sweetness of cherries in every bite!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or canned cherries, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam (optional, for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out the pie crusts and cut into circles large enough to fit into a muffin tin.
Press the pie crust circles into the muffin tin to form little pie shells.
In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Spoon cream cheese mixture into the bottom of each pie shell, filling about halfway.
Add cherries on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Cut the remaining pie crust into strips and create a lattice pattern on the top of each mini pie.
Brush the tops with beaten eggs.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
If desired, melt apricot jam and brush the tops of the pies for a shiny glaze.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 240 kcal | Servings: 12 mini empanadas