Mini Shortbread Pie with Berry & Apple Filling
Indulge in the delightful experience of Mini Shortbread Pies with Berry & Apple Filling, a charming treat that seamlessly blends buttery shortbread with a sweet and cozy filling of apples and mixed berries. Perfect for any occasion—be it tea time, a dessert spread, or a special gathering—these petite pies are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate. Each bite delivers a delightful contrast of flaky crust and fruity goodness, making them an irresistible choice for sharing. Easy to prepare and bursting with seasonal flavors, these mini pies bring warmth and joy to every moment.
- 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 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
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Mix in egg yolk until just combined. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Prepare filling by mixing diced apple, mixed berries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch in another bowl.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 0.5 cm thick; cut circles to fit your pie dish or muffin tin.
- Press dough into the prepared dish/tin and fill with fruit mixture.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown; cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg