These deep-fried cherry cheesecake hand pies are delicious pies you can take and go with you. A pie crust that is shaped into a moon shape and stuffed with cherry pie filling and a cream cheese mixture. Fold in half and then deep fry for a crispy pie crust that is a warm filling when you bite into it!
Hand pies are a vintage dessert that has been around for decades. These single-serve pies are great for a summer BBQ dessert, game night dessert at home, or even a treat to snack on all year round. A dessert that tastes great throughout the year.
Cherry Cheesecake Hand Pies
I have hand pies galore! Try my peach, apple, or blackberry hand pies. Whether you make homemade pie crust or buy store-bought, these are my go-to quick desserts that kids and adults devour.
Now, if you want a traditional pie, don’t worry; I also got you covered there. Consider whipping up this sweet strawberry cream cheese pie or even my blackberry slab pie, which is excellent for serving a crowd.
What is a Hand Pie?
A hand pie is a pastry dessert made with a pie crust filled with a sweet or savory filling. Fold and then bake or deep fry for a decadent treat to nibble on.
This makes pie an easy on-the-go snack or dessert to serve up to your family and friends or take for a crowd.
Reasons Why These Cherry Hand Pies Are A Hit…
- This is a portable and hand-held dessert that is great for easy eating! It is great for picnics, family gatherings, etc.
- An individual serving dessert when you want to ensure you have a single-serve dessert for each person.
- This is a vintage dessert that can evoke memories of eating as a child, making with your grandma, etc.
- It is versatile in flavors you can use, and it also offers minimal ingredients for a simple dessert.
- What I love about this dessert is that the prep is crazy simple, making it a no-fuss dessert idea.
