Mini Strawberry Pies

Mini strawberry pies are sweet, handheld desserts filled with juicy strawberries, bright lemon flavor and a glossy golden crust making them perfect for any celebration.

More strawberry desserts you might like are strawberry slab pie, strawberry poke cake, strawberry mousse tartlets, and strawberry cheesecake shortcake.

Why You’ll Love It           

Handheld and charming: Cute, individual-sized pies make serving up dessert easy.
Fresh ingredients: Fresh berries and lemon bring natural sweetness and brightness.
Pretty presentation: Glossy egg-washed crust gives that golden bakery look.
Quick prep: Store-bought crusts make assembly simple.

Strawberry Mini Pies Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Pie crusts: Store-bought pastry saves time and offers reliable flakiness.
Strawberries: Fresh fruit brings vibrant color, sweet flavor and juice.
Brown sugar: Adds caramel depth and balances tartness.
Cornstarch: Thickens the filling for clean slices.
Lemon zest: Brightens the filling with citrus notes.
Lemon juice: Enhances tang and balances sweetness.
Egg: Creates a shiny, golden crust.
Water: Thins the beaten egg for easy brushing.
Cooking spray: For greasing the muffin tins.

How to Make Mini Pies with Strawberries

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Line muffin cups: Cut crust circles with a cookie cutter and press comfortably into cups.
Mix the filling: Stir chopped strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, zest and lemon juice.
Assemble pies: Fill each crust with strawberry filling and top with dough shapes or strips.
Brush with egg wash: Use egg and water mixture for a glossy finish.
Bake until golden: Cook until crusts are colored and filling is bubbling.
Cool before serving: Let pies set fully before removing from tins.  

Substitutions and Variations

Gluten-free option: If you want a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free crust.
Use homemade crust: Replace store-bought dough with your own pastry, perhaps using graham cracker crumbs or using any pastry recipe you prefer.
Swap the fruit: Blueberries, raspberries or chopped peaches work well in place of the strawberry mixture. You might need to adjust the sugar depending on the sweetness of your fruit. You might need less lemon juice if using tart fruits.
Brown sugar: Substitute granulated sugar instead. It goes just as well with the strawberry flavor although you’ll love the caramel undertone.
Flavor twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon or splash of vanilla for extra warmth.
Nonstick cooking spray: You can use melted butter or some cooking oil for greasing.
Frozen fruit: You can use frozen fruit as long as you completely thaw it first and dry it with paper towels so there’s no excess liquid to water down your pie filling.
Save time: You can use strawberry pie filling and readymade mini graham cracker crusts to save time.

Serving Suggestions

With snacks: Pair with roasted party nut mix for a crunchy, savory snack mix that balances sweetness with a hint of spice, or enjoy alongside steak and mushroom bruschetta for an upscale, earthy bite to contrast the fresh berry flavors.
With more sweet treats: Enjoy strawberry sorbet or strawberry cheesecake cookies too. You can serve your pies with some whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
With a fun drink: Serve with a black cherry vanilla vodka sour for a sweet‑and‑tart cocktail that complements the fruity pie filling.

How to Store Strawberry Mini Pies

Store: Once cooled, these mini pies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze: For longer storage, freeze them individually wrapped in plastic wrap and then placed in a freezer-safe bag or in a container for up to 2 months.
Thaw: Defrost in the refrigerator overnight or on the counter for a couple of hours.