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Strawberry Cream Cheese Hand Pies Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these charming Strawberry Cream Cheese Hand Pies, featuring a buttery flaky crust filled with a luscious cream cheese mixture and sweet, homemade strawberry filling. Perfectly portioned for easy enjoyment, these hand pies combine fresh strawberries simmered to a jam-like consistency with a smooth, tangy cream cheese blend, all baked to golden perfection for a delightful dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Strawberry Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups strawberries (hulled and quartered)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Pie Crust

  • 7.05 ounces refrigerated pie crust (2 count package)

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or coarse sugar, optional)

Instructions

  1. Strawberry Filling: Add the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch to a medium saucepan. Place the pan over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes until the strawberries have softened, then mash with a potato masher.
  2. Thicken Filling: Continue cooking the mixture for another 5-10 minutes or until it thickens to a jam-like consistency. Transfer to a bowl and let it cool completely in the fridge to prevent soggy crust.
  3. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, egg yolk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and salt until smooth and fully combined. Set aside.
  4. Prepare Pie Crust: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Lightly flour a work surface and unroll the pie crust. Gently roll out with a rolling pin to remove creases.
  5. Cut Dough: Use a 3 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut 10 hearts from each pie dough sheet, re-rolling dough as needed. Cut a small X in the center of 10 hearts for steam vents; these are the top pieces. Set aside.
  6. Assemble Pies: Place the plain dough hearts on the baking sheets. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of cream cheese filling on each, spreading slightly but leaving a border. Top with a heaping tablespoon of cooled strawberry filling.
  7. Seal Pies: Brush the edges of the dough with egg white. Place the vented dough hearts on top and press edges to seal. Crimp edges with a fork for a decorative finish.
  8. Chill Pies: Refrigerate the assembled pies on the baking sheets for 30 minutes to firm up.
  9. Preheat Oven and Prepare Topping: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Brush the tops of pies with egg white and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
  10. Bake: Bake pies for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
  11. Cool and Serve: Remove pies from oven and allow to cool on baking sheets for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the strawberry filling is completely cooled before assembling to avoid soggy crust.
  • The egg white brush helps seal the pies and gives them a shiny finish.
  • Sugar on top is optional but adds a nice crunch and sweetness to the crust.
  • Use cold pie crust dough for easier handling and better flaky texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/strawberry-cream-cheese-hand-pies-recipe/