I’m a big believer that all summer adventures should include dessert. There are certain desserts that just seem to make sense in summer and not at any other time of the year. Desserts that scream to be eaten outside only. Desserts that are designed to make a happy mess. Berry hand pies perfectly fit these criteria. Not only can you bring these bad boys with you everywhere, but one is never enough. They are full of fruit, so you could probably swing making these a delightfully decadent breakfast on a vacation day during the summer too. The beauty of these is that you can truly make them your own. My favorite pairing is blackberry and strawberry - you get the tang from the blackberries and that oh-so-fresh sweetness from the strawberry. But go ahead and use blueberries, raspberries, even stone fruit - peaches, plums, whatever tickles your fancy. I suggest pairing these with a chilled can of wine and your favorite, well-worn summer read. Ingredients Method
1 qt. Blackberries
1 qt. Strawberries, quartered
2/3 c. White Sugar, plus extra for sugaring tops
Pinch of salt
2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
1 Tsp. Vanilla
Juice & Zest of One Lemon
4 pre-rolled pie crusts, defrosted (listen, make them if you want to, but is that really how you want to spend your summer days?)
1 egg, whisked for a washPlaylist
Dream a Little Dream of Me - The Mamas and The Papas
The Other End of the Telescope - Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Mama Said - The Shirelles
Paradise - The Grateful Dead=
No Matter Where We Go - Whitney
Making Pies – Patty Griffin
What’s in it for? – Avi Buffalo
The Promise – Sturgill Simpson