Blackberry Turnovers (Hand Pies)

November 13, 2014

Portable and very edible! These hand pies are great for on the go, or to keep portions controlled.

2 to 2 and ½ cups blackberries, fresh or frozen (if frozen, thaw well before use, and thoroughly drain the liquid that comes off to avoid "pie soup")
? cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon fresh lemon zest (optional)
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for frozen, 2 tablespoons cornstarch)
1 double-crust pastry crust (try our flaky all-butter, flaky shortening, or use store bought)
1 egg, beaten, for egg wash (optional)
Granulated sugar, to dust (optional)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine berries with sugar, zest, and cornstarch. If whole fresh berries, lightly mash to help release just a little bit of the juices. Let stand for at least 10 minutes while...
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Nutritions

Calories
80

Sodium
67mg
2% DV

Fat
4g
7% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
6g
2% DV

Fiber
0.5g
2% DV

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