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Scrumptious Blueberry Hand Pies.

Aug 9, 2018 by Kelly Roenicke · 32 Comments

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These vegan blueberry hand pies are delicious and perfectly portable for a summer picnic! Sweet summer blueberries are tucked into a flaky crust for a wonderful dessert that’s dairy free and egg free.

When berries are in season, I often start thinking of all the berry desserts I can make.

Strawberry shortcake, blueberry crumble bars, berries and ice cream…there are so many possibilities!

Fresh blueberries in red bowl

Sometimes you really are in the mood for pie, though, and nothing else will do. And sometimes you want a pie in a hurry!

That’s where these blueberry hand pies come in. They don’t take long to make or bake, and they cool off quickly, so you can eat them sooner! :)

What are blueberry hand pies?

Hand pies are small pies that you can hold in your hand. They are portable, and not as messy as pie slices, making them perfect for a picnic.

blueberry hand pie recipe

This recipe for blueberry hand pies is very straightforward – even a pie beginner can make this one!

The filling is simple – just some ripe blueberries mixed with a little sugar and flour. I use a basic crust recipe, and if you have a favorite crust you use, you can probably go ahead and make that.

This simple crust does work with gluten free flour, too. Just sub in your favorite gluten free blend or gluten free pie crust mix. You may need to add a little more water depending on what blend you use. It’s best to stick with a lighter flour blend, and don’t overmix it, or it may get tough or gummy.

This is a good gluten free pie crust recipe if you’re looking for a step by step tutorial.

easy blueberry handpies

How do you make vegan blueberry hand pies?

  1. Use a pastry cutter to blend the spelt flour and vegan buttery spread.
  2. Add a little water, and mix the dough until it forms a ball.
  3. Pat the dough into a disk and chill for about 30 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough into four pieces, and roll each one out.
  5. Place the blueberries on the dough.
  6. Fold the dough over, and crimp the edges. Use a knife to make a few vent holes in each hand pie.

how to make blueberry hand pies

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Scrumptious Blueberry Hand Pies.

Simple, rustic, wonderful, vegan blueberry hand pies - these are perfect for a summer picnic!

Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy Free, vegan.
Keyword blueberry pie, summer dessert recipes
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 454 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 ½ cups white spelt flour You can also use all-purpose flour or gluten free flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon organic cane sugar
  • ½ cup vegan buttery spread I use Earth Balance, cut into small pieces
  • 4-5 Tablespoons cold water

For the filling:

  • 1 pint fresh blueberries
  • 2 Tablespoons organic cane sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon white spelt flour

For the top:

  • 2 teaspoons organic cane sugar
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Make the crust. Place the spelt flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Add the vegan buttery spread and mix together using a pastry blender.
  2. Once the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, add the water and stir until the dough comes together and forms a ball. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Rinse and drain the berries, then place in a bowl with the sugar and flour. Toss together.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Roll out some parchment paper on a clean surface, and sprinkle flour all over the paper. Coat the rolling pin with flour as well.
  6. Divide the chilled dough into four pieces. Take the first piece and roll into a ball, coating with flour.
  7. Roll the piece of dough into a circle that is about 8 inches in diameter. Place about a quarter of the blueberries on the dough circle, and fold half of the dough over the top of the berries, leaving a ½ inch border peeking out from the bottom. Fold the border up and over the top piece of dough and press firmly to seal. Crimp the edges.
  8. Make three vent holes in the pie and transfer to the baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of the pie with sugar.  Repeat with remaining dough and berries.

  9. Bake at 400 degrees for about 25-30 minutes, until crust is golden brown.
  10. Cool before eating.

Recipe Notes

If you aren't vegan or dairy free, go ahead and use regular butter.

This pie crust dough could be frozen, and then thawed when you are ready to use it.

You can use frozen blueberries if you like, but they may release more liquid into the pie.

Nutrition Facts
Scrumptious Blueberry Hand Pies.
Amount per Serving
Calories
454
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Sodium
 
331
mg
14
%
Potassium
 
91
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
60
g
20
%
Fiber
 
9
g
38
%
Sugar
 
20
g
22
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
1145
IU
23
%
Vitamin C
 
11.5
mg
14
%
Calcium
 
7
mg
1
%
Iron
 
2.6
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Looking for more rustic pie recipes? Try this apple crumble tart.

blueberry hand pie on a plate

These blueberry hand pies are:

  • a simple dessert that’s fun for a picnic
  • vegan and dairy free
  • a fun recipe to bake with your kids

This post was originally published in June 2015. It has been updated with new photos and more tips.

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Comments

  1. Kai

    April 05, 2019 at 8:55 pm

    Hi! These look super AMAZING!I wanted to ask….could I use all purpose flour?? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      April 11, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      Yes, you sure can!

      Reply
  2. Katie

    June 01, 2018 at 3:34 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious recipe!

    Reply
  3. genevieve y

    June 23, 2015 at 9:05 am

    Aw these hand pies are so cute! I used to be pie challenged, too, but a few more tries in the kitchen with a rolling pin really helped me out. Hand pies are the best, I have a feeling I’ll be taking lots to picnics this summer!

    Reply
  4. Lauren @ Eating with a Purpose

    June 22, 2015 at 11:07 pm

    It’s nice to hear I’m not the only one with a pie problem- I find pie crust just so difficult to work with. My crust either turns out the wrong consistency, the dough cracks or it’s the crimping (which I’m far from mastering). I’m glad you made these hand pies for those of us who need a change from the classic pie. Pinning to make!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 26, 2015 at 11:35 pm

      I have a terrible time with crimping! Thanks for pinning!

      Reply
  5. Arman @ thebigmansworld

    June 22, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    Kelly these look insane!!! I could go one right now.

    Okay, two.

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 26, 2015 at 11:39 pm

      Thanks, Arman!

      Reply
  6. Julia

    June 22, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    I could really go for a handful of handpies right now – these look soooo good! Happy summer to you!

    Reply
  7. Gina_AcuteDesigns

    June 22, 2015 at 1:05 pm

    YU! I need to make these! They look so good and they’re also super cute :).

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 26, 2015 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks, Gina!

      Reply
  8. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely

    June 22, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    Well aren’t these the prettiest little pies? I love hand pies. Now you have me craving them!

    Reply
  9. Katie Serbinski

    June 22, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    I’m so impressed with anyone who takes the time to make a pie— so no judgment on them being “rustic.” I think that makes them 100x better!! Plus I could chase my kids eating one of these. Love em’!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 26, 2015 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks, Katie! True, they are good for when you need a pie on the run! :)

      Reply
  10. Anne

    June 22, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    Hahahaha I can’t make pies either!!! But these look absolutely delicious + cute!!!

    Reply
  11. alannamwaldron

    June 22, 2015 at 11:48 am

    In my opinion, sometimes rustic is more beautiful :) These look fabulous! I love this recipe and sounds easy enough for a non-pie baker like myself.

    Reply
  12. Lisa

    June 22, 2015 at 10:16 am

    Hand pies are definitely one of my favorite things. Love that you made this vegan! And I completely understand picking all the best blueberries before they go in the pie! I do it all the time!

    Reply
  13. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven

    June 22, 2015 at 7:58 am

    Hand pies are totally my favorite just because you can grab ’em and go! No plates or cleanup and you can totally eat two if you want. ;) I just love how juicy and perfect that gorgeous blueberry filling looks in these beauties!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 22, 2015 at 9:49 am

      Thanks, Sarah!

      Reply
  14. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

    June 22, 2015 at 7:12 am

    These hand pies look delicious, Kelly! And so cute, too! I love that you used blueberries, one of my favorite fruits!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 22, 2015 at 9:49 am

      Thanks, Gayle!

      Reply
  15. Kristine's Kitchen

    June 22, 2015 at 12:44 am

    I love how the simplicity of this recipe really lets the berries shine! My kids would love these hand pies!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 22, 2015 at 9:50 am

      Thanks, Kristine!

      Reply
  16. Strength and Sunshine

    June 21, 2015 at 11:30 am

    O I need to make hand pies! They look so good! Great recipe dear!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 22, 2015 at 9:50 am

      Thanks, Rebecca!

      Reply
  17. whiskandshout

    June 21, 2015 at 10:36 am

    I’m sure your pies are gorgeous- these hand pies certainly are! Lovely photos and I love the blueberry filling. Pinning!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 22, 2015 at 9:53 am

      Oh, thank you, Medha! You are too kind! :)

      Reply
  18. athleticavocado

    June 21, 2015 at 9:30 am

    These are so cute! I love hand pies, that way I can’t eat the whole pie!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      June 22, 2015 at 9:50 am

      I know, I feel the same way! Portion control! :)

      Reply
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