The Blueberry Pie Bombs Grandma Made

It sounds like you’re reminiscing about a delicious treat! Let’s recreate Grandma’s Blueberry Pie Bombs. Here’s a classic recipe you might enjoy:

Blueberry Pie Bombs Recipe

Ingredients

  • For the Dough:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 tsp baking powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
    • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • For the Filling:
    • 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1 tsp lemon juice
    • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Topping:
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
    • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Dough:
    • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
    • Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Add the buttermilk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Prepare the Filling:
    • Combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Mix well.
  4. Assemble the Bombs:
    • Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 3-inch circles using a cookie cutter or a glass.
    • Place a spoonful of the blueberry mixture in the center of each circle.
    • Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal, forming a small ball.
    • Place the balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake:
    • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bombs are golden brown.
  6. Prepare the Topping:
    • In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon.
    • Brush the warm pie bombs with melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. Serve:
    • Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious blueberry pie bombs!

These pie bombs are sure to bring back memories of Grandma’s kitchen. Enjoy!

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