Description
Transport yourself back to childhood with this Strawberry Pop-Tart Pie, featuring a flaky crust enveloping a sweet strawberry filling. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy brunches, this pie is not only delicious but also visually stunning. With an irresistible blend of flavors and a drizzle of icing on top, it’s bound to be the star of any gathering. Easy to prepare, this delightful dessert will create cherished memories with every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought pie crust (or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch; let sit to release juices.
- Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Spoon the strawberry mixture onto one half of the dough, leaving space around edges.
- Fold the other half over the filling and seal edges with fingers or a fork.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, mix icing sugar and milk in a bowl until smooth; adjust consistency as needed.
- After cooling slightly, drizzle icing over the pie before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Swap fresh strawberries for frozen ones if needed; just adjust sugar accordingly. Experiment with fruit fillings like blueberries or raspberries for different flavors. To prevent a soggy crust, consider pre-baking it briefly before adding filling.
