33 of Our Favorite Mini Pies and Tarts

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33 of Our Favorite Mini Pies and Tarts1/33 Mini Blueberry Tarts 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini Blueberry Tarts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 mini tarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I served this recipe to my family while we were on vacation and they were all amazed! The best part: I didn’t spend tons of time on it thanks to refrigerated pie crust. Watch your mini tarts around the 13-minute mark to make sure they don’t brown too quickly. If you’d like, sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar for a

These precious little hand pies

beautiful finishing touch.—Allison Bell, Hillsdale, New Jersey 2/33 Lemon Cheesecake Tarts 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: To make these cute tarts more quickly, add the filling to store-bought phyllo tart shells. —Sarah Gilbert, Beaverton, Oregon 3/33 Cherry Hand Pies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cherry Hand Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s nothing better than a sweet, from-scratch delight like traditional cherry pie. These precious little hand pies

always go fast when I sell them at my pie bakery!

always go fast when I sell them at my pie bakery! —Allison Cebulla, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 4/33 Nutella Hand Pies 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Nutella Hand Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pint-sized Nutella hand pies made with puff pastry are too good to keep to yourself! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 5/33 Berry Tarts Test Kitchen Approved Mark Derse for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Bring spring flavors together in these

delectable miniature tarts

delectable miniature tarts. Raspberries and blueberries both work well with the whipped cream and lemon curd mixture—or choose your favorite berries instead. These sweet treats are great for a ladies tea, brunch or spring holiday celebration. —Mary J. Walters, Westerville, Ohio 6/33 Mini Sausage Pies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini Sausage Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The simple ingredients and family-friendly flavor of these little sausage cups make them a go-to dinner favorite. And everyone gets their own pies—which makes them

even better!

even better! —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida 7/33 Lemon Curd Tartlets 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Curd Tartlets Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 15 tartlets Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This has been in my party recipe collection for over 30 years and never fails to satisfy my guests. I can always rely on these fancy treats to please even the fussiest in the crowd. —Jessica Feist, Pewaukee, Wisconsin 8/33 Ham and Leek Pies 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the

If you can’t find leeks, a sweet or mild onion works just as well

Recipe Creator: I’ve been making these pies for years, so lots of friends and family now have the recipe. If you can’t find leeks, a sweet or mild onion works just as well. —Bonny Tillman, Acworth, Georgia 9/33 Li’l Pecan Pies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These tempting little tarts have all the rich traditional taste of a full-size pecan pie in a much smaller package. The tarts are perfect for two. —Christine Boitos, Livonia, Michigan 10/33 Muffin-Cup Cheddar Beef Pies 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

My kids love these beef rolls so much

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 20 beef pies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My kids love these beef rolls so much. I always make extra since they heat up so quickly. I give the kids their choice of dipping sauces—spaghetti sauce or ranch dressing are the top picks. —Kimberly Farmer, Wichita, Kansas 11/33 Maple Pecan Tarts 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I absolutely love pecans. I combine them with maple and vanilla to create the ultimate tart, made even richer with

a scoop of vanilla ice cream

a scoop of vanilla ice cream. —Redawna Kalynchuk, Barrhead, Alberta Try this traditional pecan tarts recipe next! 12/33 Mini Sweet Potato Pies Test Kitchen Approved Mini Sweet Potato Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My son Levi was only 2 years old when he helped me create this delicious recipe, and it was the first time he told me I love you! I’ll always remember making these with him. —Emily Butler, South Williamsport, Pennsylvania 13/33 Mini Apple Pies 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

I was thrilled when she shared it with me—I finally felt like an adult!

Mini Apple Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was in high school, my best friend’s mother baked this mini apple pie recipe every year. I was thrilled when she shared it with me—I finally felt like an adult! —Katie Ferrier, Houston, Texas 14/33 Midwestern Meat Pies 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Midwestern Meat Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I moved to the Midwest in

1966, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before

1966, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before. One of my friends introduced me to this runza recipe, and it quickly became a popular dish with my family. —Dolly Croghan, Mead, Nebraska 15/33 Miniature Almond Tarts 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Miniature Almond Tarts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family requests these adorable little tarts each Christmas. I always enjoy making them since the almond paste in the filling reflects our Dutch heritage. They’re super popular at special gatherings.

For the record, the grown-ups did, too!

—Karen Van Den Berge, Holland, Michigan 16/33 Muffin-Tin Chicken Potpies 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Muffin-Tin Chicken Potpies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made these personalized chicken pot pies in muffin tins for my kids, and they gobbled them up. For the record, the grown-ups did, too! —Melissa Haines, Valparaiso, Indiana 17/33 Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 tarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe

—Mary Kelley, Minneapolis, Minnesota 19/33 Miniature Meat Pies 2

Creator: It’s hard to believe that just five ingredients and few minutes of preparation can result in these delicate and scrumptious tarts! —Cindi Mitchell, Waring, Texas 18/33 Caramel Apple Tartlets 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Caramel Apple Tartlets Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Good-for-you things come in small packages when you make a batch of these tiny apple tartlets. Sweet and cinnamony, these mouthwatering tarts are a delightful addition to a dessert table or snack tray. —Mary Kelley, Minneapolis, Minnesota 19/33 Miniature Meat Pies 2

They are always a hit

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make these handheld pies in advance, keep them in the freezer, then bake them the day of. They are always a hit. —Gayle Lewis, Yucaipa, California 20/33 Turkey and Mushroom Potpies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Turkey and Mushroom Potpies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always use the leftovers from our big holiday turkey to prepare this recipe. I think my

family enjoys the potpies more than the original feast!

family enjoys the potpies more than the original feast! —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia 21/33 Crunchy Peanut Butter Tarts 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a fun, fuss-free dessert, try these darling tarts. They’re a satisfying, rich family favorite. —Mary Kelley, Wilmington, North Carolina. If you enjoyed this recipe, then learn how to make Canadian butter tarts. 22/33 Mushroom and Sweet Potato Potpie 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe

It was so rich and comforting

From the Recipe Creator: The last time I was in the U.S., I had an amazing mushroom and beer potpie at a small brewpub. It was so rich and comforting. I tried numerous versions when I got home and I think I’ve come pretty close! —Iben Ravn, Copenhagen, Denmark 23/33 Fried Sweet Potato Pies 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 25 pies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With my dad being a farmer who grew them, sweet potatoes have graced our table for as long as I can recall.

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