Flaky golden pastry filled with a sweet mixed berry filling for an easy handheld dessert that's perfect for picnics, tea parties, or cozy afternoons.



⏱ Time: 40 minutes

🍽 Servings: 8 hand pies

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

Berry Filling

• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries), fresh or frozen
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Crust

• 1 box refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade)
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water

Optional Finishes

• Coarse sugar
• Powdered sugar
• Honey drizzle

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, gently mix the berries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla until combined.
3. Roll out the pie crusts slightly and cut into circles or rectangles.
4. Spoon a small amount of filling onto half of the pastry pieces, leaving a border around the edges.
5. Place the remaining pastry pieces on top and press the edges closed with a fork.
6. Whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush over the tops of the pies, then cut a small slit in each one. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
8. Cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Quick Notes

• Fresh or frozen berries both work well—no need to thaw frozen berries first.
• Avoid overfilling the pies to help prevent leaks while baking.
• Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey after cooling for a bakery-style finish.
• Freeze unbaked hand pies for up to 3 months and bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.