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    Home ~ Recipes ~ Dessert Recipes for One

    Mini Fresh Strawberry Pie for One

    LAST UPDATED: Sep 12, 2022 · PUBLISHED: Jul 1, 2022 · BY: Sydney · Leave a Comment

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    A mini strawberry pie on plate with can of whipped cream behind it.

    Nothing reminds us of summer more than strawberries and fresh strawberry pie! Ripe juicy berries are enveloped in a fresh strawberry glaze and sitting in a flaky pie crust for a delicious dessert. You can adjust the number of strawberries to make a larger pie to share. And extra glaze won't go to waste, freeze it for the next pie or use it as an ice cream topping!

    This pie is very good topped with homemade whipped cream.

    A mini strawberry pie on plate with can of whipped cream behind it. this Recipe

    Why This Recipe Works

    During strawberry season this pie comes together so quickly and uses just a few fresh ingredients. You can also use other fresh fruit like blackberries or peaches for more fresh summer pies.

    While you are baking pies try this mini cherry pie or classic pumpkin pie for one. This yummy blueberry pie is the perfect size for two.

    Table of Contents
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients Notes
    • Step by Step Recipe Directions
    • Cooking Tips
    • How to Store Leftover Strawberry Pie
    • STRAWBERRY PIE: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
    • 📖 Recipe

    Ingredients Notes

    Strawberries, water, sugar,cornstarch, and pie crust on baking sheet.

    ⅓ refrigerated pie crust
    1½ cups fresh strawberries (about 10 berries)
    ¼ cup white granulated sugar
    ⅓ cup water
    1 tablespoon cornstarch

    • Pie crust: The fastest way is use a refrigerated pie crust, or baked your own rustic crust or a graham cracker crust.
    • Strawberries: Fresh sweet strawberries.
    • Sugar: A white granulated sugar adds sweetness to the strawberry glaze.
    • Cornstarch: Used as a thickener for the glaze. You can substitute all purpose flour.

    Step by Step Recipe Directions

    (Note: please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the complete written instructions.)

    Unbaked pie crust in 4-inch tart pan.

    Prepare the pie crust per package direction. You can also use a homemade crust or pre-cooked pie shell. When baked set aside to cool.

    Bowl of fresh strawberries.

    Slice the strawberries in half or thirds, depending on the size of the strawberry. Set aside while the pie shell is cooling.

    Mashed strawberries in bowl

    Finely dice and mash 2 or 3 of the strawberries.

    Strawberry glaze cooking in small saucepan.

    In a small saucepan combine the water, sugar, cornstarch, and mashed strawberries. Bring mixture to a boil, for about 3 minutes, and then continue cooking for about 30-45 seconds until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

    Saucepan of strawberries and glaze.

    After the strawberry glaze has cooled, combine the strawberries and glaze and stir to coat each strawberry.

    Overhead view of mini strawberry pie.

    Arrange the fresh strawberries in the pie shell. You may have some of the glaze left over. Refrigerate pie for at least two hours before serving.

    Cooking Tips

    • Use pie weights to keep your pie crust from shrinking during baking.
    • Freeze any leftover glaze to use for another pie.
    • Easily hull strawberries by running a sharp paring knife around the outside of the stem Insert the knife at a slight angle as close to the stem as you can and cut a circle, then lift out the stem.

    How to Store Leftover Strawberry Pie

    For best quality, cover in plastic wrap and store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to two days, any longer and the crust will start to soften.

    STRAWBERRY PIE: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Can I make the pie ahead of time?

    Yes, I suggest no more than 1-2 days.

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    📖 Recipe

    Overhead view of strawberry pie on plate with scattered dried flowers on table.

    Fresh Strawberry Pie

    Savor the taste of summer with this delightful single serving fresh strawberry pie! Made with juicy strawberries and a buttery crust, this sweet and tangy dessert is perfect for a cozy night in or a fun gathering with friends. Plus, it's quick and easy to make, so you can enjoy a slice of pie anytime you want!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Additional Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
    Servings: 1 (4-inch) pie
    Calories: 565kcal
    Author:Sydney Dawes

    Ingredients

    • ⅓ refrigerated pie crust
    • 1½ cups fresh strawberries about 10 berries
    • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
    • ⅓ cup water
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

    Instructions

    • Prepare the pie crust per package instructions. You can also use a homemade crust or pre-cooked pie shell.
    • Slice the strawberries in half or thirds, depending on the size of the strawberry. Set aside while the pie shell is cooling.
    • Finely dice and mash 2 or 3 of the strawberries.
    • In a small saucepan combine the water, sugar, cornstarch, and mash strawberries,. Bring mixture to a boil, for about 3 minutes, and then continue cooking for about 30-45 seconds until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
    • After the strawberry glaze has cooled, combine the strawberries and glaze and stir to coat each strawberry.
    • Arrange the fresh strawberries in the pie shell. You may have some of the glaze left over. Save the leftover glaze because you might love this recipe so much that you want to make a second pie right away!
    • Refrigerate pie for at least two hours before serving.

    Notes

    • The recipe can be doubled to make a 6-inch pie, and you would use ½ a refrigerated pie crust.
    • The glaze must be completely cool before combining with the strawberries.
    • Leftover glaze can be refrigerated for a day.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1pie | Calories: 565kcal | Carbohydrates: 106g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 244mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 65g

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