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Delicious Heart-Shaped Strawberry Hand Pies

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These charming heart-shaped strawberry hand pies feature a flaky buttery crust and a sweet-tart strawberry filling, perfect for a quick homemade treat or a thoughtful gift.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (310 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
  • 2 cups (about 300 grams) fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or food processor, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and pulse or cut into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
  2. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until dough starts to come together but is not sticky.
  3. Form dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Mix chopped strawberries with sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Let sit for about 10 minutes until thickened slightly.
  5. Lightly flour work surface and rolling pin. Roll each dough disc to about ⅛ inch (3 mm) thickness. Use heart-shaped cutter to cut out shapes.
  6. Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of filling onto half the hearts, leaving a border. Brush edges with water, top with another heart, and press edges firmly with a fork to seal.
  7. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  8. Arrange pies on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Transfer pies to a wire rack to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep butter and water cold to ensure a flaky crust. Do not overwork the dough to avoid toughness. Chill dough before rolling. Watch oven closely to prevent burning. If filling is too juicy, add more cornstarch. Dough can be frozen before baking.

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