Description
These Strawberry Hand Pies are a delightful summer treat, with a flaky crust and sweet strawberry filling. Perfect for picnics or as a portable dessert, these mini pies are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- â…“ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust:
- 1 package (2 sheets) refrigerated pie crust
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Filling: In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla. Cook until thickened, then let cool.
- Prepare Crust: Roll out pie crusts, cut into circles, fill with strawberry mixture, seal with another crust circle, vent, brush with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These pies can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Try adding cream cheese or Nutella for a twist.
- Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
