Patriot Day Mini Pies Lunch Box Surprise
Add a touch of festive flair to your lunch routine with these Patriot Day Mini Pies Lunch Box Surprise! These adorable handheld treats are made with a buttery, flaky homemade pie crust and filled with vibrant strawberry jam, rich blueberry jam, and creamy cream cheese—a trifecta of flavors that will delight both kids and adults. Perfectly portioned and easy to pack, these mini pies are brushed with a golden egg wash and sprinkled with sugar for a sweet, crunchy finish. Whether you're commemorating Patriot Day or simply looking for a creative lunchbox addition, these versatile mini pies bake up beautifully in under 20 minutes. Ideal for on-the-go snacking, school lunches, or picnics, these bite-sized indulgences are sure to become a family favorite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 0.25 cup Strawberry jam
- 0.25 cup Blueberry jam
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 whole Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Add cubed cold butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together but is not sticky.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten them into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disc to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch round cutter to cut out circles. Repeat with the second dough disc.
Place half of the circles on the prepared baking sheet. Spread 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam on one-third of the circles, 1 teaspoon of blueberry jam on another third, and 1 teaspoon of cream cheese on the remaining circles, leaving a small border around the edge.
Place the remaining dough circles on top of the filled ones. Using a fork, crimp the edges to seal the mini pies.
Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Using a small knife, make a tiny slit or decorative design on top of each pie to allow steam to escape.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pies are golden brown.
Allow the mini pies to cool on a wire rack before packing them into lunch boxes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.7 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.7 g | 678% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 763 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 1480 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 328.9 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 565 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
