The Best Blueberry Pie Bombs Recipe – Just Like Grandma’s!
These Blueberry Pie Bombs are crispy, golden pastry bites bursting with sweet, juicy blueberries and wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for snacking, dessert, or a special treat, these handheld delights are easy to make with store-bought biscuit dough or homemade pastry!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pie bombs
Calories 150 kcal
- For the Pie Bombs:
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough or homemade pie dough
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- For Topping:
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Step 1: Preheat And Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Blueberry Filling
In a bowl, mix blueberries, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and cornstarch. Toss until evenly coated.
Step 3: Assemble the Pie Bombs
Flatten each biscuit dough piece into a 3-4 inch circle.
Place 1-2 teaspoons of blueberry filling in the center of each circle.
Fold edges up and pinch to seal tightly into a ball shape.
Step 4: Bake
Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 5: Add Finishing Touches
Brush warm pie bombs with melted butter.
Roll in sugar and cinnamon mixture or dust with powdered sugar.
Step 6: Serve And Enjoy!
Serve warm for a gooey center or let cool for a firmer texture.
- Air Fryer Option: Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Add a filling twist? Mix in cream cheese for a creamy blueberry cheesecake flavor.
- Glaze Idea: Drizzle with a lemon glaze (powdered sugar + lemon juice) for extra sweetness!
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6g