Description

This Strawberry Pop-Tart Pie is a delightful twist on the classic pop-tart, featuring a luscious homemade strawberry filling encased in flaky pie crusts, topped with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles. Perfect for serving at gatherings or as a fun dessert, it combines the nostalgic flavors of pop-tarts with the comforting appeal of a traditional pie.

Ingredients

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For the Pie:

2 – 9” store-bought or homemade pie crusts
1/3 cup water
2 lbs. fresh strawberries, hulled
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 lemon, juiced and zested
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons half and half
Rainbow nonpareil sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat and prepare pie plate: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie plate to prevent sticking during baking.
Make the strawberry filling: In a pot over medium-low heat, combine water, hulled strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and vanilla extract. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the strawberries soften.
Thicken the filling: Stir in the cornstarch and continue cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture thickens into a gel-like consistency. Remove the pot from heat.
Assemble the pie: Line the pie plate with one pie crust and pour the warm strawberry filling evenly inside. Cover with the second pie crust, trim excess edges, and crimp the edges together to seal. Make slits in the top crust to allow steam to vent.
Bake the pie: Place the pie on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the crust turns golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the glaze: While the pie cools, whisk together powdered sugar and half and half until a thick but drizzle-able glaze forms.
Decorate the pie: Once the pie has completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and immediately sprinkle with rainbow nonpareil sprinkles. Allow the glaze to set before slicing.
Serve: Slice the pie into portions and enjoy this delightful strawberry pop-tart inspired treat!

Notes

You can use homemade or store-bought pie crusts based on convenience and preference.
Ensure the pie filling is thickened well to prevent soggy crusts.
Allow the pie to cool fully before glazing to avoid melting the icing.
Store leftover pie covered at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
For a dairy-free glaze, substitute half and half with almond milk or another plant-based milk.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry pie, Pop-tart pie, Homemade pie, Strawberry filling, Sweet dessert, Pie crust recipe, Spring dessert, Summer dessert, Easy pie recipe