The Best Mini Mock Shoo Fly Pies

Satisfy your sweet tooth with "The Best Mini Mock Shoo Fly Pies," a delightful twist on the classic Pennsylvania Dutch dessert! These bite-sized treats combine the rich, sticky sweetness of molasses with a buttery crumb topping, all nestled in flaky premade mini tart shells for ultimate convenience. Perfectly balanced with a hint of brown sugar and a touch of salt, the filling bakes to perfection in under 25 minutes, offering a gooey yet structured texture. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you crave nostalgic comfort, these miniature pies pack all the flavor of traditional shoo fly pie in an irresistibly portable form. Plus, with just 15 minutes of prep time, they’re as quick and easy as they are delicious. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for an indulgent dessert that’s as charming as it is flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Molasses
• 0.5 cup Boiling water
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 12 pieces Premade mini tart shells

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the premade mini tart shells on a baking sheet and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the unsalted butter into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside about 1/2 cup of this crumb mixture for topping.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, stir together the molasses, boiling water, and baking soda until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually pour the molasses mixture into the remaining crumb mixture. Stir gently to combine; the mixture should be smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Spoon the molasses mixture into each mini tart shell, filling them about three-quarters of the way full.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over each filled tart shell, ensuring the tops are well covered.

Step 8

Bake the mini pies in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving. These pies can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	710.8 grams (710.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2403

Total Fat 79.90g	102%
Saturated Fat 40.30g	201%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1670mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 399.90g	145%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 202.20g
Protein 25.00g	50%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449mg	35%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2697mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 66.1%