Mini Shortbread Pie with Berry & Apple Filling
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mini Shortbread Pies with Berry & Apple Filling. These charming little desserts combine a rich, buttery shortbread crust with a sweet and tangy filling of fresh apples and mixed berries. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a tea party or simply treating yourself, these mini pies are sure to impress. Their petite size not only makes them perfect for sharing but also adds an adorable touch to your dessert table. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 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
- Prepare the shortbread crust by mixing flour and powdered sugar in a bowl. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly. Stir in egg yolk; add cold water if needed. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the filling by combining diced apple, mixed berries, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick; cut into circles slightly larger than your pie dish.
- Press dough into a greased pie dish, fill with berry mixture, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg