Introduction

These Delicious Cherry Pie Bites are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for sharing or enjoying as a quick sweet treat. Made with crescent roll dough and cherry pie filling, they’re easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection.

The image shows a close-up of several round, golden-brown fried dough balls with a light dusting of powdered sugar, arranged in a black tray lined with white parchment paper. One dough ball is cut open and placed on top, revealing a thick, glossy, deep red fruit jam filling inside. In the background, fresh dark red cherries are slightly out of focus, hinting at the jam flavor. The whole 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). Lightly grease a standard muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Unroll the crescent roll dough and place each triangle into a muffin cup, positioning the widest part at the bottom to form a small nest.
Step 3: Spoon about 3 to 4 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling into each dough cup. Some overflow is fine and adds to the charm.
Step 4: Fold the dough corners gently over the filling to enclose it as much as possible. Bake in the oven for 13-14 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5: While baking, whisk together confectioners’ sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth, adjusting milk for desired glaze consistency.
Step 6: Remove cherry bites from oven and let cool slightly. Drizzle with glaze and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the glaze before drizzling.
Try mixing in some chopped nuts with the cherry filling for added texture.
Use different pie fillings like blueberry or apple for a variety of flavors.

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 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds before serving to warm the filling and soften the dough.

How to Serve

The image shows several small round dough balls with a light golden brown color and a slightly rough texture, dusted with a bit of flour. One dough ball in the center is cut open at the top, filled with a thick, glossy, dark red jam that looks chunky and shiny. These dough balls are resting on white baking paper placed on a dark baking tray, all set on a white marbled surface. In the background, out of focus, there are some red fruits that appear to be cherries or similar. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough cups with filling and keep them in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking. Bake just before serving for best freshness.

Can I freeze cherry pie bites?

Yes, freeze them after baking and cooling completely. Place in a freezer-safe container with parchment paper between layers. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before serving.

Cherry Pie Bites Recipe

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These Delicious Cherry Pie Bites are a delightful handheld dessert featuring sweet cherry pie filling wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth confectioners’ sugar glaze. Perfect for parties or a cozy treat, they combine easy preparation with irresistible flavor.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total Time: 24 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

1 can cherry pie filling (21 ounces)

Dough

2 tubes crescent roll dough (8 ounces each)

Glaze

1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cherry pie bites after baking.
Arrange the Crescent Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and place each dough triangle into the muffin tin, positioning the widest part at the bottom of each cup to form a nest for the filling.
Add the Cherry Filling: Spoon about 3 to 4 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling into each dough cup. Some overflow is expected and adds a rustic touch and flavor.
Fold and Bake the Dough: Gently fold the dough corners over the cherry filling to enclose it as much as possible, helping to keep the filling in place and creating a nice shape. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the Glaze: While the cherry bites bake, whisk together confectioners’ sugar and 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust milk quantity to your preferred drizzle consistency.
Glaze and Serve: Remove the baked cherry pie bites from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm bites using a spoon to create a decorative pattern. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can substitute cherry pie filling with other pie fillings for variety.
Ensure the muffin tin is well greased to avoid sticking.
Adjust the glaze thickness by adding more or less milk.
Serve cherry pie bites warm for the best flavor and texture.
Leftovers can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days.

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