Description
Bake Perfect Cherry Pie Bombs are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe cherries with a flaky, buttery crust. As they bake, the irresistible aroma fills your kitchen, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. These easy-to-make bombs are sure to impress at family gatherings or casual get-togethers, evoking memories of summer picnics and shared laughter. Once you taste these sweet surprises, you’ll want to make them again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Parchment paper (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into 4-inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of cherry filling in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the pastry over to form triangles and seal edges securely with fingers or a fork.
- Brush each bomb with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie bomb (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg