Description
These delightful Mini Strawberry Pies are a must-try for summer gatherings! With a rich, homemade strawberry filling nestled in a flaky crust, they make the perfect dessert for any celebration, including Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day. Their charming size and irresistible flavor make them a hit at parties, guaranteeing your guests will be coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to be served warm or cold, these mini treats are sure to impress at your next gathering.
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)
- Pinch of sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberry filling by combining mashed strawberries and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Strain the mixture to remove pulp.
- In another saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt. Stir in the strained juice and bring to a boil until thickened. Cool slightly and mix in sliced strawberries.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a muffin tin with baking spray.
- Roll out pie crusts and cut circles. Press into muffin cavities, fill with strawberry filling, and top with remaining dough if desired.
- Brush with whisked egg, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg