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    Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Coffee

    May 29, 2016 · 41 Comments

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    These popular mini pies are perfect for summer parties and easy to assemble. We served ours alongside Gourmesso coffee to end off a perfect evening.

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    Perfection is a strange thing. Chase it too hard, and you move further away from it. Forgo it entirely, and you waste away into obscurity. Wholly unobtainable, and yet we pursue it in almost all that we do. Unknowable, and yet it is the highest measure by which we judge ourselves.

    Yet, perfection is ultimately the child of time, as the saying goes. Take for example the winemaker, who no matter how skilled, will only see the fruits of her labor over the course of years. Character, likewise, either ripens with maturity, or grows worn and jaded. Our habits, our skills, our knowledge, all the ‘qualities’ that comprise who we are, are molded, for better or worse, over the course of time.

    Similarly, this is true in more mundane things. For example, I’ve been writing a lot lately about how best to pair recipes with the warm weather, and how to get the most out of one’s porch. Grilling, barbequed meats, the keys to the perfect wet rub, and all that seasonal goodness, are the result of long lists of trial and error.

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    However, while much is made of balmy summer nights, there’s an undeniable magic to a hazy summer morning – regardless of whether you’re waking up to it or greeting it with red eyes.

    For such mornings, I’ll admit that I’m not always keen on standing over my griddle, but almost always want something singularly satisfying, something that will make that beautiful summer morning simply ‘perfect.’

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    Picture a shot of espresso and a homemade mini-pie out on the porch. Truth be told, I don’t have to picture it, that’s actually how I spent yesterday morning, which brings us to today’s recipe – Mason Jar Mini-Pies.

    I actually prefer preparing these ahead of time in batches and then leaving them in the fridge for ‘whenever’ since they make for the perfect impromptu morning or afternoon bit of sweet, and honestly very few things can compare to being able to pull one of these pies straight out of the fridge on a whim.

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    However, regardless of whether you prefer cherry, as my son does, or blueberry, as I do, neither is complete without the espresso part of the equation. I’ve actually found myself trading in the oversized mug of morning brew for the smaller shot out of a demitasse cup. You see, despite my having written several times about how to prepare the perfect cup of coffee, whether French pressed or machine brewed, the ‘perfect cup’ is rarely a part of my morning routine, typically eluding even my best drowsy-eyed attempts at playing the part of my own barista. I was talking about precisely that with my friend the other day, and she convinced me to finally make the jump and buy a Nespresso.

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso EspressoLiving the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    Utilizing ‘capsules’ to brew individual shots of espresso, the quality from the machine is reliably delicious, and the process supremely easy. While there are a variety of capsules to choose from, through some experimentation I’ve found that I prefer the Gourmesso brand, which offers a wide variety of blends, flavors, and strengths, all of which are Fairtrade Certified.

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso EspressoLiving the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    For example, I paired the Honduras Pura Forte with my morning pie, and the combination was simply delicious. However, if you prefer something flavored you might try the Soffio Vaniglia for a hint of vanilla. The other blends I received in my first box included Messico Blend Forte, Etiopia Blend Forte, House Blend Espresso, and Columbia Arabica Mezzo, meaning there’s a blend not only for every taste, but for every occasion. Tea is also available.

    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

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    Mason Jar Lid Pies


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    • Author: Living the Gourmet
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 12 mini pies 1x
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    Ingredients

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    Sweet Butter Crust:

    • 2 cups AP flour
    • Heaping 1/4 cup white sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter, cubed
    • 4 tablespoons cold water

    Cherry Filling:

    • 1 cup pitted cherries
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

    Blueberry Filling:

    • 1 cup blueberries
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

    Topping:

    • 1 egg, beaten
    • Raw sugar, for sprinkling

    Instructions

    1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar and salt. Add 6 tablespoons cubed butter and incorporate into the flour with a pastry blender. Once blended add the remaining 2 tablespoons of cubed butter. The flour and butter will be course and crumby. Add the cold water 1 tablespoon at a time, blending with your hands between each addition. Once a soft pliable dough forms, wrap and clingfilm and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
    2. In the meantime prep the fruit fillings. In two separate bowls, combine all the ingredients for each filling. Set aside and let rest.
    3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    4. On a well-floured surface, divide the dough in half. Roll out one of the doughs out about ¼-inch thick. Place a Mason jar lid and cut out the dough to fit the lid. Place the dough inside each Mason jar lid and place on a baking sheet. Pierce the bottom of each dough with a form and blind bake for 2-3 minutes.
    5. Fill each lid with the desired fruit filling.

    For a lattice topping: With the remaining half of the dough, roll out into ¼-inch thickness. Using a knife or pizza cutter for precision, cut thin horizontal strips. Place three across (horizontal) the mini pies and then three more strips vertical weaving in between each strip of dough. Edge the pies then brush with the beaten egg and sprinkle with raw sugar.

    For a double pie crust: With the remaining half of the dough, roll out into ¼-inch thickness. Trace the same size of the Mason jar lid into the dough. Place the circles of dough over each pie. Pinch the edges, and with a paring knife, piece the top of each pie, creating three little holes. Brush each pie with the egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.

    1. Bake the mini pies for about 15-20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
    2. Transfer immediately to a cooling rack and let cool completely before serving.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Dessert

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    Living the Gourmet: Mason Jar Lid Pies & Gourmesso Espresso

    Needless to say, I’ve finally found the solution to a reliable ‘perfect cup’ in the morning. What are some of your morning rituals, or favorite summer morning recipes? We would love to hear from you.

    Cheers and Enjoy with Love!

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    Comments

    1. Cakelaw says

      May 29, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      These little pies do look perfect! I'd love to taste them.

      Reply
    2. Beauty Follower says

      May 30, 2016 at 7:41 am

      Delicious!

      have a lovely new week 🙂

      http://beautyfollower.blogspot.gr/

      Reply
    3. Cookilicious says

      May 30, 2016 at 5:19 pm

      Pinned it! Loved the idea of using mason jar lids..am surely trying this recipe out. Thank you.

      Reply
    4. Big Daddy Dave says

      May 30, 2016 at 5:28 pm

      Catherine, Love those little fruit pies! What a treat with a nice cup of coffee along side... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

      Reply
    5. Tania says

      May 30, 2016 at 5:29 pm

      I love these adorable lid pies! I definitely prefer cherries over blueberries, and I cannot wait to try these!

      Reply
    6. Kylee from Kylee Cooks says

      May 30, 2016 at 8:20 pm

      Mason jar lid pies!! omg, why didn't I think of that? They are the PERFECT size. They look so delicious, AND cute.

      Reply
    7. Diana says

      May 30, 2016 at 8:41 pm

      Love the idea of making little pies in mason jar lids! Genius! And they look very tasty!

      Reply
    8. melissa says

      May 30, 2016 at 8:50 pm

      I never thought I would say food is cute but...SO CUTE! I've been putting off buying a coffee machine of any kind because I am a steadfast french press kind of gal. However, company is coming next weekend and I'm wondering how to make enough coffee for all the non-morning people in the house like me. It might be time to cave.

      Reply
    9. gloria says

      May 30, 2016 at 10:06 pm

      Look absolutely beautiful and delicious!

      Reply
    10. Velva says

      May 31, 2016 at 1:14 am

      A fabulous cup of coffee and one of those sweet pies would be delightful. Your post reminded me how I prefer to spend my summer days on a porch with a good cup of coffee and sweet pie. Love it!

      Happy almost summer.

      Velva

      Reply
    11. Dottie Sauchelli-Balin says

      May 31, 2016 at 3:42 am

      Dear Catherine,
      Finally got a chance to visit and I am so very impressed. Love these little Mason Jar Pies. Who knew? I use mason jars all the time and I even have a set of glasses to drink cold drinks from. I always have the jar lids and now I know what to do with them. What a lovely idea. So easy and a perfect amount. With a big pie sometimes you tend to eat more, this is a perfect portion for a snack. My favorite would be blueberry too!
      Thanks for sharing...Hope that you had a wonderful and relaxing Memorial Day weekend.
      Be well, Hugs, Dottie 🙂

      Reply
    12. Shelby says

      May 31, 2016 at 10:49 am

      I sit with coffee every morning in the peace and quiet while Grumpy still sleeps. 🙂 That's my morning ritual. I'm not someone who cares to eat first thing, but if these mini pies were around, you can bet I'd be digging in! Blueberry is my fav (like you!) but Cherry takes a close second!

      Reply
    13. Sarah says

      May 31, 2016 at 11:29 am

      Gorgeous! I can't wait to try this

      Reply
    14. allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says

      May 31, 2016 at 1:25 pm

      These are the cutest little pies ever, Catherine, and paired with the perfect cup. I love that they are in mason jar lids. So clever, and I have a bajillion of those lids hanging around. They have been waiting in the pantry for little pies to fill them, and I didn't even know....ha ha. Hope you had a great long weekend. It was overwhelmingly scorching and humid at times here, and then cool and in the low 50's. Go figure. Our odd spring is matching our odd winter. Hope summer is an improvement!

      Reply
    15. Olivia @ livforcake says

      May 31, 2016 at 3:47 pm

      These are adorable and they sound delicious!! Love the idea of using mason jar lids :).

      Reply
    16. Maria says

      May 31, 2016 at 5:30 pm

      These pies are so cute! I am totally making these for the 4th of July.

      Reply
    17. Amy Stafford says

      May 31, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      This is such a clever and cute idea! These will be perfect at my next backyard BBQ! Thanks for sharing Catherine.

      Reply
    18. Ely says

      May 31, 2016 at 10:24 pm

      Oh my dear!! These are absolutely 'perfect'!! <3 No way, sweet and really amazing.. with that coffee, mmmmh! 😀 Thanks for this recipe, you are special, believe me <3

      Reply
    19. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

      June 01, 2016 at 3:50 am

      Catherine - these are so, so adorable! I've seen them before but was always wary of making them. I cant wait to try your recipe!

      Reply
    20. Federica says

      June 01, 2016 at 12:02 pm

      O_O deliziose!!!!

      Reply
    21. swathi says

      June 01, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      I love mini pie, I tried once apple pie, your pie is beautiful and with coffee that will be a wonderful combo.

      Reply
    22. Sarah says

      June 01, 2016 at 3:03 pm

      This looks like the PERFECT way to start a day!! I've had my eye on a Nespresso for a while now....maybe one of these days! 😉

      Reply
    23. Linda@ThereandBackAgainFood says

      June 01, 2016 at 8:45 pm

      These little pies are so clever. I can't wait to give them a try.

      Reply
    24. Chiara says

      June 01, 2016 at 9:23 pm

      so cute and adorable little pies,thanks for sharing this lovely recipe Catherine, hugs, xoxo

      Reply
    25. Jess says

      June 03, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Two of my favs...baked goods and coffee! 🙂

      I’d love for you to share it with my Recipe and Crafts Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

      Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

      Reply
    26. Elizabeth says

      June 04, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      I want one of these on my plate right now! Gosh they look good 🙂

      Reply
    27. Miz Helen says

      June 04, 2016 at 8:02 pm

      These little Mason Jar Lid Pies are just adorable and look delicious. Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    28. Marie says

      June 05, 2016 at 1:08 pm

      These are absolutely adorable!! I never would have thought to use mason jars in this way but it's so smart. Thank you for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday!

      Reply
    29. Ashleigh says

      June 06, 2016 at 1:23 am

      These are so cute! I'll have to make a dozen or so for my next party! Thanks for sharing!

      I would love it if you would consider sharing this on my weekly Link Up:
      http://www.twentysomethinginthe2010s.com/peace-love-linkup-010/
      Hope to see you there! : )

      Reply
    30. Angela - Garden Tea Cakes and Me says

      June 07, 2016 at 5:18 pm

      Oh these little pies are a delight, a perfect bake for someone who may not have pie tins in the house.

      Popping over from Cooking and Crafting with J & J

      Reply
    31. Nettie Moore says

      June 07, 2016 at 9:17 pm

      Your lid pies are just about the prettiest pies I have ever seen. I must make them for our next picnic, drooling! Nettie

      Reply
    32. Cook This Again, Mom! says

      June 08, 2016 at 10:47 pm

      So cute and fun! Pinning!

      Reply
    33. Debra C. says

      June 10, 2016 at 3:08 am

      Love the individual pies, they look so good and the perfect size to enjoy and with a cup of coffee....perfect!

      Reply
    34. Abigail Raines says

      June 11, 2016 at 2:39 pm

      What an awesome idea to use mason jar lids! These scrumptious pies are always perfect with some gourmet coffee, too! Yum!

      Reply
    35. April J Harris says

      June 15, 2016 at 5:02 pm

      How clever to make pies in Mason Jar lids, Catherine! They look so cute and so delicious too. Wonderful post - I absolutely agree with what you said about perfection - it really can feel unattainable at times. You really brought the wonderful coffee to life as well, I could practically smell it! What a beautiful way to start the day! Thank you for sharing this wonderful post with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop. Sharing!

      Reply
    36. belinda bell says

      July 04, 2016 at 11:54 pm

      these little pies are so cute. I am going to make some for my next party.

      Reply
    37. STACY BEALL says

      August 18, 2016 at 9:11 pm

      Wondering if the pie dough on the bottom cooks well; and does it stick at all since there is no lid prep mentioned.

      Reply
      • Living the Gourmet says

        August 18, 2016 at 10:10 pm

        Hi Stacy, I served these mini pies in the lid, so I did not remove and there was no issue. However, if you wish to remove them before serving, just butter the lids before placing the dough down inside. Hope this answers your question, and as always feel to reach out if you have any more! Have a wonderful day!

        Reply
    38. Emily says

      September 02, 2022 at 2:53 pm

      Would this work with strawberries?

      Reply
      • Living the Gourmet says

        September 02, 2022 at 4:30 pm

        Hi Emily! Absolutely you could make these with strawberries 🙂 Thanks for stopping by. Happy Baking!

        Reply

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