Isle of Wight Pies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13

Savor the Flavors of Isle of Wight Pies

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

20-25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

503

Sugar

28g

Fat

34g

Isle of Wight Pies are small, sweet pastries that originated in England in the late 19th century. They are typically made with shortcrust pastry and a sweet filling, often consisting of eggs and sugar. These mini pies are a popular dessert or snack item, and can be found in bakeries and cafes throughout the United Kingdom.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	Roll out the pastry dough and cut out circles large enough to fit in your muffin tin.
3.	In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, butter, sugar, rice flour, and nutmeg until well combined.
4.	Fill the pie crusts with the egg mixture.
5.	Top each pie with a halved glace cherry.
6.	Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and set.

PROS

Isle of Wight Pies are sweet and satisfying, making them an excellent choice for dessert or as a snack.

These mini pies are easy to make and can be customized with different fillings or toppings.

CONS

These pies are high in sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation.

The shortcrust pastry may also be high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Isle of Wight Pies may not be the healthiest option, they can be enjoyed as a treat in moderation.
The eggs in the filling provide protein and essential nutrients, while nutmeg has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may aid in digestion.

	1/2 lb shortcrust pastry
	2 medium eggs
	4 ounces butter
	4 ounces white sugar
	2 ounces rice flour
	1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	halved glace cherries