How to Make Raisin & Rice Mini Pies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a tasty and unique dessert to bring to your next gathering? Look no further than these delicious Raisin & Rice Mini Pies! These individual-sized pies are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, with a flaky crust and a creamy, spiced rice and raisin filling. They are sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.

What makes these mini pies so special is the unexpected pairing of rice and raisins. The rice adds a creamy texture to the filling, while the raisin...

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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups cooked RiceSelect® Jasmati® Rice
  • ½ cup flaked coconut
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts
  • Whipped cream
  • Cinnamon
  • Toasted coconut

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Cut each piecrust in half and roll each portion to fit 4 (5-inch) mini pie pans.
  • Beat together eggs, sugar, milk, butter, and rice until well blended; stir in remaining ingredients. Divide filling between the 4 pie pans.
  • Place pies on baking sheet; bake in preheated 375-degree F oven for 15 minutes. Lower to 300 F, bake for additional 15-20 minutes until center is set and crust is golden brown. (If crust begins to brown too much, cover crust edges with foil.)
  • If preferred, the filling can be baked in a 10-inch piecrust; just add approximately 30 extra minutes to the cooking time.
  • Nutrition

    1189 cal.

    • Total Fat: 52g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 131mg
    • Sodium: 630mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 169g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 70g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 369mg