Description
Mini Strawberry Pies are the ultimate summer treat, perfect for any gathering. These delightful bite-sized desserts feature a luscious homemade strawberry filling nestled in flaky pastry, making them an irresistible choice for celebrations like Memorial Day, the 4th of July, or Labor Day. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoyed chilled, these mini pies are sure to add a touch of sweetness and joy to your event. Easy to make and charmingly presented, they invite everyone to indulge in their fruity goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed strawberries
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- 4 cups chopped strawberries
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (whisked)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberry filling by boiling mashed strawberries and water, then straining to get juice. Combine with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt, cooking until thickened. Fold in chopped strawberries.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pie crust and cut circles to fit muffin tin cavities.
- Assemble the pies by placing crusts in the muffin tin, filling with strawberry mixture, topping with additional dough if desired, and brushing with egg wash.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg