Mini Shortbread Pie with Berry & Apple Filling
Indulge in the delightful Mini Shortbread Pie with Berry & Apple Filling, a charming dessert that’s both easy to make and perfect for any occasion. This recipe features a buttery shortbread crust enveloping a sweet and tangy filling made from fresh apples and mixed berries. Each mini pie is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making them ideal for tea time, dinner parties, or cozy evenings at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, bakers of all levels can whip up these delightful treats that are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 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
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing flour and powdered sugar, then incorporating cold butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and mix until combined; chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- For the filling, combine diced apple, berries, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough and cut circles to fit your pie dish or muffin tin.
- Assemble by placing dough in the dish and spooning in the fruit filling.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg