Description
This Strawberry Pop Tart Pie is a fun, nostalgic dessert inspired by classic frosted toaster pastries. It features a flaky sealed crust, a thick jammy strawberry filling that won’t run, and a smooth vanilla icing topped with sprinkles. Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a dessert that looks impressive but feels totally doable.
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Filling
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3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (or tapioca flour)
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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¼ teaspoon salt
For the Crust
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2 refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade)
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1 large egg, beaten (for sealing, optional)
For the Icing
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
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Make the filling:
In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick and jammy. Remove from heat and let cool completely. -
Prepare the crust:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish or rectangular pan. Spoon the cooled filling evenly over the crust. -
Seal the pie:
Place the second crust on top. Trim excess dough, seal edges with a fork, and cut small vents on top. Chill the assembled pie for 15–30 minutes. -
Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling bubbles through the vents. Cool completely. -
Ice and decorate:
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until thick but pourable. Spread icing over the cooled pie and add sprinkles. Let set before slicing.
Notes
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Always cool the filling before assembling to prevent leaks.
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Ice only after the pie is fully cooled for a clean finish.
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For a slab version, use a 13×9 pan and increase bake time slightly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg