Blueberry pie bombs are a delightful twist on traditional blueberry pie, featuring individual servings filled with sweet blueberry filling and wrapped in a flaky pastry. Here’s a recipe to make these delicious treats:
Ingredients:
For the blueberry filling:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For assembling:
- 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Blueberry Filling:
- In a saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the blueberries release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
- Assemble the Pie Bombs:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out one sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the pastry into 9 equal squares.
- Place a spoonful of cooled blueberry filling (about 1-2 tablespoons) in the center of each square.
- Fold each corner of the pastry square towards the center, pinching the edges together to seal and form a little bundle or “bomb”.
- Repeat with the remaining squares of puff pastry and blueberry filling.
- Bake the Pie Bombs:
- Place the assembled pie bombs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Brush the tops of the pie bombs with beaten egg wash.
- Optional: Sprinkle coarse sugar over the tops for extra sweetness and crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Serve warm as is, or optionally, dust with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
These blueberry pie bombs are perfect for a sweet treat or dessert, with their flaky pastry and bursting blueberry filling. They’re easy to make and sure to be a hit with anyone who loves blueberry pie flavors!