Strawberry Hand Pies
Introduction
These Strawberry Hand Pies are the ultimate portable dessert — flaky, golden crusts filled with sweet strawberry pie filling and finished with a simple glaze. They’re easy to make with refrigerated pie crusts, perfect for parties, picnics, or a fun family baking project.
Ingredients
2 boxes refrigerated pie crusts (14.1 oz each)
1 can strawberry pie filling (21 oz)
2½ cups powdered sugar
¼ cup milk
1 beaten egg white (for sealing and brushing)
Directions
Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Crusts
Roll out pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Cut into circles or rectangles (about 4–5 inches wide).
Fill Pies
Spoon 1–2 tbsp strawberry pie filling onto half of each crust piece. Brush edges with beaten egg white. Fold over and press edges with a fork to seal.
Bake
Place hand pies on prepared sheet. Brush tops with egg white for shine. Bake 18–22 minutes, until golden brown.
Make Glaze
Whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled pies.
Tips & Tricks
Extra flaky crust: Chill pies for 10 minutes before baking.
Shape variety: Try heart shapes for Valentine’s Day.
Flavor boost: Add a pinch of cinnamon to the filling.
Glaze options: Use orange juice instead of milk for a citrusy twist.
Variations
Mixed Berry Hand Pies: Use blueberry or raspberry filling.
Chocolate Drizzle: Replace glaze with melted chocolate.
Mini Pies: Cut smaller circles for bite‑sized treats.
Savory Version: Swap filling for cheese and ham.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Pack in lunchboxes for a sweet surprise.
Arrange on a dessert platter for parties.
Storage
Store in airtight container at room temp for 2 days.
Refrigerate up to 4 days.
Freeze unglazed pies up to 2 months; reheat before glazing.
FAQs
Q: Can I use homemade filling?
A: Yes, fresh strawberries cooked with sugar and cornstarch make a great filling.
Q: Can I air‑fry these?
A: Absolutely — cook at 350°F for 12–15 minutes.
Q: Can I make them ahead?
A: Yes, assemble and freeze unbaked pies, then bake straight from frozen.
Nutritional Notes (Approx. per pie, 12 servings)
Calories: ~220 kcal
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Carbs: 32g
Conclusion
These Strawberry Hand Pies are flaky, fruity, and fun to make. With their simple glaze and customizable filling, they’re a recipe you’ll want to keep handy for quick desserts and festive occasions.