Description
Mini Flag Pies are delightful, bite-sized pastries featuring a flaky crust filled with savory goodness. Perfect for any occasion, these mini treats are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite fillings. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, family game night, or a festive celebration, these vibrant pies will impress both kids and adults alike. With their appealing presentation and explosion of flavor, Mini Flag Pies are sure to become a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crust
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground meat until fully browned. Drain excess fat, then add diced vegetables, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir until veggies are softened.
- Roll out pie crust on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out circles with a cookie cutter or glass.
- Place a tablespoon of meat filling and sprinkle cheese on each dough circle. Fold over into half-moons and crimp edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Mini Flag Pie (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg