Introduction

Cherry Pie Bites are a delightful and easy-to-make treat perfect for any occasion. These mini pies combine sweet cherry filling with flaky crescent dough for a delicious bite-sized dessert.

The image shows a close-up of a group of round, golden-brown dough balls arranged on white baking paper on a baking tray. The dough balls have a soft, slightly textured surface dusted with a light layer of powdered sugar. One dough ball in the front center is hollowed out on top and filled with a shiny, thick layer of deep red, glossy jam that looks smooth and slightly chunky. The background has a soft focus with several dark red cherries blurred in the distance, enhancing the dessert's color contrast. The overall scene is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 can cherry pie filling (21 ounces)
2 tubes crescent roll dough (8 ounces each)
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Cut each triangle into smaller squares that will fit into the muffin tin cups.
Step 3: Press each dough square gently into the muffin cups to form small cups.
Step 4: Spoon about a teaspoon of cherry pie filling into each dough cup, being careful not to overfill.
Step 5: Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6: While the bites are cooling, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and milk to create a smooth glaze. Adjust the milk to achieve your desired consistency.
Step 7: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cherry pie bites before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a fun twist, try using blueberry or apple pie filling instead of cherry.
Make sure not to overfill the dough cups to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
Whole wheat crescent dough can be used for a slightly nuttier flavor and added fiber.

Storage

Store leftover cherry pie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving to refresh the texture and flavor.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of small round pastries arranged on a white parchment paper-lined black baking tray, placed on a white marbled surface. Each pastry has a golden-brown, slightly rough outer crust with a dusting of white powdered sugar. The focus is on the front pastry, which has a hollow center filled with thick, shiny, deep red raspberry jam with visible fruit pieces, creating a textured glossy top layer. In the blurred background, dark red whole raspberries add contrast and depth to the scene. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these pie bites ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough cups and filling in advance and assemble just before baking to keep the dough fresh.

What can I use instead of crescent roll dough?

Puff pastry sheets work well as a substitute and will yield a similarly flaky texture.

Delicious Cherry Pie Bites Recipe

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These Delicious Cherry Pie Bites are a simple and delightful dessert featuring sweet cherry pie filling wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, finished with a light confectioners’ sugar glaze. Perfect for a quick treat or party appetizer, they combine the classic flavors of cherry pie in easy-to-eat bite-sized pastries.

Author: Zane
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 16 pie bites 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Pie Bites

1 can cherry pie filling (21 ounces)
2 tubes crescent roll dough (8 ounces each)

Glaze

1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Prepare the crescent rolls: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles.
Fill the dough: Place about one tablespoon of cherry pie filling onto the wide end of each crescent triangle, being careful not to overfill to avoid leaking.
Shape the bites: Roll up each crescent triangle starting from the wide end toward the point, encasing the cherry filling inside. Place the rolls seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the pie bites: Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the glaze: While the bites bake, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar with 1 tablespoon of milk in a small bowl. Add more milk if necessary to reach a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
Glaze and serve: Remove the pie bites from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cherry pie bites and serve.

Notes

You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the cherry filling for extra warmth and flavor.
Brush the crescent rolls with an egg wash before baking for a shinier finish.
Allow the pie bites to cool slightly before glazing to prevent the sugar from melting off.
These bites can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat lightly before serving.

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