Introduction

These delicious cherry pie bites are a perfect handheld dessert that combines sweet cherry filling with flaky crescent roll dough. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection, they make a delightful treat for any occasion.

The image shows a white plate holding five round doughnut holes, each golden brown with a light dusting of powdered sugar on top, giving a slightly rough texture. The doughnut holes are evenly spaced, slightly raised with a crispy exterior. In the background, there is a blurred black bowl filled with dark red cherries, and a few cherries and bright green parsley leaves are scattered on a white marbled surface around the plate, adding a fresh contrast to the warm tones of the doughnut holes. 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 and ensure easy removal of the cherry bites.
Step 2: Unroll the crescent roll dough and place each piece into the muffin cups with the widest part of the triangle at the bottom, creating a small nest for the filling.
Step 3: Spoon about 3 to 4 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling into each dough cup. Some overflow is normal and adds to the rustic appeal.
Step 4: Gently fold the dough corners over the cherry filling to enclose it as much as possible. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: While baking, whisk together confectioners’ sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust milk quantity to your preferred glaze consistency.
Step 6: Remove the baked cherry bites from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm bites and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the cherry filling before baking.
Try using other fruit fillings like blueberry or apple for a different twist.
If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the glaze amount or omit it altogether.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to enjoy warm cherry pie bites. The glaze may soften after refrigeration but can be refreshed with a quick drizzle before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows a group of round, golden brown doughnuts placed inside a black baking tray lined with white parchment paper. Each doughnut has a light dusting of powdered sugar on its slightly crispy surface. One doughnut is cut open and placed on top of another, revealing a bright red, glossy, and thick cherry filling inside, with a jam-like texture that contrasts with the soft outer dough. The background displays some out-of-focus red cherries against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade pie filling instead of canned?

Yes, homemade cherry pie filling works wonderfully and adds a personal touch to the recipe. Just ensure it’s thick enough so it doesn’t become too runny during baking.

Can I prepare these in advance?

You can assemble the cherry pie bites and refrigerate them without baking for a few hours. Bake them fresh when ready to serve for the best texture and flavor.

Delicious Cherry Pie Bites Recipe

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These Delicious Cherry Pie Bites are a quick and easy dessert featuring flaky crescent roll dough filled with sweet cherry pie filling, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth confectioners’ sugar glaze. Perfect as bite-sized treats for any occasion, they combine the classic flavors of cherry pie with a convenient, handheld form.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total Time: 24 minutes
Yield: 12 cherry 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

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 to ensure easy removal of the pie bites after baking.
Arrange the Crescent Dough: Unroll each tube of crescent roll dough and place each dough triangle into the muffin tin cups, positioning the widest part at the bottom to form a nest to hold the filling.
Add the Cherry Filling: Spoon 3 to 4 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling into each dough-lined muffin cup. Some overflow is acceptable and enhances the rustic texture.
Fold and Bake the Dough: Gently fold the corners of the dough over the cherry filling to enclose it as much as possible. Bake the muffin tin in the preheated oven for 13-14 minutes or until the pie bites are golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the Glaze: While baking, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the milk to achieve the desired glaze consistency for drizzling.
Glaze and Serve: Remove the cherry pie bites from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm bites using a spoon, then serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Be careful not to overfill the dough cups to avoid excessive spilling during baking.
You can use different fruit pie fillings if desired for variety.
The glaze can be omitted or substituted with a dusting of powdered sugar for a lighter option.
These pie bites are best served warm but can be refrigerated and gently reheated.

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