Mixed Berry Pies | Muffin Tin Recipe (2024)

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These little mixed berry pies are the perfect winter dessert... just 10 minutes preparation time and baked in a standard muffin tin! They couldn't be easier (or yummier!).

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Bake Play Smile over the past few weeks has been absolutely taken over by 3 thing...

  • soups
  • slow cooker meals
  • decadent desserts

.... which can mean only 1 thing.... it's FREEZING and I neeeeed comfort food!!!!

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And boy oh boy... these Mixed Berry Pies are the ultimate comfort food. They've got the sweetest berry filling and the crunchiest shortcrust pastry base and top.

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But best of all, they're SO simple to make, they're freezer-friendly and everyone in your family will think you're the world best person for making them. Promise.

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I used frozen berries for my filling, but you can pick and choose whatever type of frozen berries you like (blueberry pies are also a favourite in our house).

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The filling for these mini Mixed Berry Pies is the easiest thing ever to make! You just pop the ingredients (frozen berries, caster sugar, cornflour and vanilla extract) into a bowl, stir it all together and then spoon it into the pastry bases. Too easy, right!? Oooh and just wait til you cook these babies and some of the yummy berry filling comes spilling out. Best. Thing. Ever.

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Mixed Berry Pies

These little mixed berry pies are the perfect winter dessert... just 10 minutes preparation time and baked in a standard muffin tin! They couldn't be easier (or yummier!).

5 from 3 votes

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Course: Dessert, pies, sweets

Cuisine: pies, sweets

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 pies

Calories: 504kcal

Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed berries frozen
  • ¼ cup caster sugar
  • 2 tbs cornflour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 sheets shortcrust pastry defrosted
  • 1 egg beaten
  • extra sugar to sprinkle

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Lightly grease 6 holes in a standard muffin tin and set aside.

  • Place the frozen mixed berries, caster sugar cornflour and vanilla extract into a bowl and mix together until the sugar and cornflour have coated the berries). If using a Thermomix, mix on Reverse, Speed 3, 6 seconds or until combined.

  • Cut 6 circles from the shortcrust pastry sheets (large enough to cover the base and sides of the muffin holes). Press the circles into the muffin holes.

  • Fill the muffin holes ¾ of the way to the top with the berry mixture.

  • Cut small thin strips of the leftover shortcrust pastry and place over the top of the muffins in a criss-cross pattern. Press the pastry strips into the pastry base.

  • Brush the pastry with egg and sprinkle over some extra sugar.

  • Bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until the pastry is golden. Allow to cool slightly before serving with ice-cream or cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 504kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 695mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 4.8mg

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  1. Sarah

    Can you use fresh berries?

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    • Lucy

      Absolutely!

      Reply

  2. Cj

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    Hi Lucy... love all your recipes, i have made lots of them, they are all 5 stars!..... These look amazing. Do you think i could make them up in the tray ready to go in the morning, and cook that night? Would you put them in the fridge or freezer in the meantime? Thanks

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    • Lucy

      Hi Cj, thank you so much!!! Hmm I don't think I'd add the mixture and leave it for the day as the liquid from the berries will cause the pastry to go soggy! You could prep the pastry and the filling but I wouldn't add the filling until you're ready to cook them. xx

      Reply

  3. Prue

    Do you have a metric conversion for this recipe? Also what did you use as your template to cut the pastry?

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    • Lucy

      Hi Prue, this template will help you with the conversions: https://bakeplaysmile.com/baking-conversion-chart/
      I used a small plate turned upside down to cut the circles (it really depends on the size of your muffin tin as to what size circle you need). xx

      Reply

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Mixed Berry Pies | Muffin Tin Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do I make my berry pie not runny? ›

Berry pies need starch to help thicken the filling because berries give off a lot of juice when they cook. For a typical nine inch pie, you need two tablespoons of flour, cornstarch, or tapioca starch. Tapioca is best because it sets clear, which let's the filling look bright and glossy.

How long to bake a fruit pie at 350? ›

Bake the pie for 20 minutes, then lower the temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 60 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown. Check the pie with about 15 minutes left; if it's already perfectly browned, tent it with aluminum foil for the remaining baking time.

What is triple berry pie made of? ›

Make your berry pie filling with blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries for a triple berry pie that's three times the fun. Have this ready to bake in just 20 minutes, and wow your family with the final result. It's the perfect dessert for a holiday gathering or a summertime cookout!

What is the best thickener for berry pies? ›

Very often flour or cornstarch is used, but in certain instances tapioca, arrowroot and potato starch can also help achieve the desired consistency. Tapioca starch is preferable for products that will be frozen because it will not break down when thawed. We like tapioca in blueberry, cherry or peach pies.

Is cornstarch or flour better to thicken a berry pie? ›

Cornstarch makes for a shiny, glossy filling. A little goes a long way because it has twice the gelling power of flour. Flour thickens nicely but leaves more of a matte finish. You'll need to use twice as much as you would with cornstarch.

What is the best temperature to cook a fruit pie at? ›

1. Preheat the oven to the temperature that your recipe recommends. Most fruit pies bake at a temperature between 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Some recipes call for baking the pie in a 450 degree F oven to begin with, then turning down the oven to about 350 degrees F.

Do you prebake pie crust for fruit pie? ›

You do not need to pre-bake a pie crust for an apple pie or any baked fruit pie really, but we do freeze the dough to help it stay put. Pre-baking the pie crust is only required when making a custard pie OR when making a fresh fruit pie. you should probably get: Pie weights are super helpful to have for pre-baking.

How do you know when a berry pie is done? ›

A fruit pie is ready to be pulled from the oven when its juices are bubbling in the center of the pie, not just the sides! Especially if it is a very juicy pie, make sure those bubbles are have a slower, thick appearance to them, as opposed to the faster, more watery bubbles that appear on the edges of a pie at first.

Can I use frozen cranberries instead of fresh in baking? ›

Yes! Fresh cranberries freeze for up to a year and can often be substituted in recipes that call for fresh cranberries. When cooking with frozen cranberries, do not thaw before using.

How to bake an unbaked frozen berry pie? ›

How-to Bake A Frozen Fruit Pie
  1. Do not thaw the pie.
  2. Unwrap the pie and bake it at 425ºF (220ºC) for 15 minutes.
  3. Reduce the temperature to 375ºF (190ºC) and bake it for an additional 30 to 45 minutes or until the centre is bubbly.
  4. A fruit pie can be stored at room temperature for up to two days.

Should I use frozen or fresh berries for pie? ›

If cooking your berries into a pie filling, you may need to add additional thickening agents because frozen berries tend to release more liquid than fresh and will lead to a runnier consistency.

What is funeral pie made of? ›

Vintage Funeral Pie Recipe is an old-fashioned dessert that is made from raisins, spices, and walnuts. It was traditionally made by the Amish, but this sugary pie fits right into a Southern cook's recipe box.

What is Millionaire Pie made of? ›

Millionaire pie is a no-bake pie consisting of a rich base of sweetened condensed milk, Cool Whip, and cream cheese that's combined with crushed pineapple and pecans. The filling is then poured into a graham cracker crust and chilled in the refrigerator until set.

What is Razzleberry pie made of? ›

I've searched for the perfect razzleberry pie recipe and I've found it! Razzleberry pie or mixed berry pie has raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. I don't know about you, but I absolutely love pie. I mean, I'd take a slice of this mixed berry pie over just about anything else.

Why is my berry pie runny? ›

Too much liquid will make the filling runny and soupy. Blueberry pie is always somewhat soupy. Berry pies tend to be that way in general. If you really want to stiffen it up, add cornstarch when you're cooking the fruit down.

How do you thicken a berry pie without cornstarch? ›

All-Purpose Flour

Flour is a popular thickener for sauces and soups, and it can be used to add body to your fruit filling. It's great because it thickens at low temperatures, but you'll need to use more of it because it's not as effective as some of the other starches.

Why did my pie turn out watery? ›

The starch and pectin in the filling needs to set. If you add cornstarch or flour to the filling it gels st oven temperatures and sets once it has cooled. The same is true for the natural pectin in many fruits. If you cut the pie before the filling has set, it will never solidify and your pie will be runny.

Will my fruit pie thicken as it cools? ›

A just-baked fruit pie's filling will be very hot out of the oven, and quite messy to serve. The filling will set as it cools; be sure to let your pie cool completely before cutting and serving.

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