Blueberry Air Fryer Hand Pies
These Blueberry Air Fryer Hand Pies are a delightful treat! Enjoy flaky crust with gooey blueberry filling, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup very cold butter cubed
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup sugar for the filling
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water for the filling
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest optional
- 1 tablespoon water for egg wash
- Coarse sugar optional, for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of sea salt. Stir to mix well. Add the ½ cup of very cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add in 3-4 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together but is not sticky. Be careful not to overwork the dough. Once combined, shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of fresh blueberries, ¼ cup of sugar, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of water, and 2 teaspoons of lemon zest (if using). Cook while gently stirring until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool while you roll out the dough.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a ¼-inch thick sheet. Using a pastry cutter or a sharp knife, cut out circles or rectangles, depending on your preference, about 4 to 5 inches wide.
- Place a tablespoon of the blueberry filling in the center of each dough cutout. Be careful not to overfill, as this can cause the pies to burst during cooking.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape or bring the edges together for a rectangle. Press the edges firmly with your fingers to seal, then use a fork to crimp the edges for added security and decoration.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of each hand pie with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the hand pies in the basket, ensuring they are not touching each other. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the hand pies from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowls
- Rolling Pin
- Pastry cutter or sharp knife
- Cooking brush
Notes
- Chill the dough for a flaky crust!
- Don’t overfill the pies to prevent bursting.
- Try different fruits for delicious variations!