Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate love than with this quick and easy Valentine’s Day Strawberry Pie! This delightful dessert comes together in about 40 minutes and is no-bake, making it perfect for those busy weeknights when you still want to impress your family or that special someone. The kids will love this sweet treat, and you can easily switch up the ingredients to suit your taste, making it a fantastic way to clean out the fridge too!
Ingredient Breakdown
- Freeze-Dried Strawberries : 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- Granulated Sugar : 1 tbsp granulated sugar (plus ½ cup plus 2 tbsp for the filling)
- All-Purpose Flour : 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed for dusting)
- Salt : ½ tsp salt (plus a pinch for the filling)
- Unsalted Butter : 2 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into ½ inch cubes
- Ice Water : ¼ cup ice water (plus more as needed)
- Fresh Strawberries : 6 cups fresh strawberries, halved
- Fresh Lemon Juice : 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Pure Vanilla Extract : ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- Cornstarch : ⅓ cup cornstarch
- Egg : 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Water : 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Pink Food Coloring Gel (optional) : A few drops for color
How to Make Valentine’s Day Strawberry Pie
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
First things first, grab your food processor! In it, pulse the freeze-dried strawberries and 1 tablespoon of sugar until they turn into a fine powder, this’ll be the magic that flavors your crust. It’s a fun step, trust me! Add in your flour and ½ teaspoon of salt, and continue processing until well combined.
Next, toss in the cold butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles small peas, think buttery breadcrumbs. You want to get that perfect flaky texture going, my friend!
Now, slowly add in the ice water (leave the ice cubes behind, please) and mix by hand until everything comes together, just enough that it’s not sticky or tacky. If it needs a little more moisture, don’t hesitate to add another tablespoon of water.
Divide that dough in half, form them into disks about 1 inch thick, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. Perfect for prepping ahead!
Step 2: Make the Filling
While the crust is chilling, let’s whip up that filling! In a large bowl, combine 6 cups of halved fresh strawberries, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract, along with a pinch of salt.
In another bowl, whisk together ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons of sugar and ⅓ cup of cornstarch. Pour this mixture over the strawberries and toss well to combine. The best part is, you can easily switch out these strawberries for whatever berries you have on hand, it’s totally versatile!
Step 3: Roll Out the Dough
Once your dough has chilled, dust your countertop or a large cutting board with flour. On it, roll out one disk of the pie dough to about ¼-inch thick. Don’t stress about it being super-perfect; rustic is charming too! Transfer this dough into a 9-inch pie plate, trimming any excess with scissors (and snacking on any scrappy bits you might have…no judgment here!).
Pour your filling into the pie crust and set it in the refrigerator.
Step 4: Create the Lattice Top
Now, let’s get a bit fancy! Roll out that second disk of dough to ¼ inch thick as well. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, create a cute Valentine’s Day design with the dough, this’ll be your adorable lattice topping!
Chill the pie again for 20 minutes while you preheat the oven to 425°F.
Step 5: Bake
Make an egg wash by whisking together the egg white and 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl. When the oven’s hot and ready, brush that wash over your pie crust, and pop it in the oven.
Bake until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly, this usually takes about 40 to 45 minutes. Your kitchen will smell incredible!
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Let your pie cool a bit before serving. If you have the patience, let it chill in the fridge for an hour or so before slicing, it helps the filling set beautifully!
Why I Love This Recipe
This Valentine’s Day Strawberry Pie is truly my go-to recipe when I want to whip up something sweet but don’t have all day to bake. I mean, who has that time? It’s like classic comfort food meets modern convenience, and honestly, I’m a real sucker for anything that brings family together over something delicious. It’s a lovely little tradition to make this pie every February, and it always gets raving reviews. The best part is the joy on my family’s faces when they dig in!
If you loved this pie, be sure to check out my Red Velvet Cake, my Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars, or my Easy Mint Cream Pie! Trust me you won’t regret heading over to check these out!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This pie comes together in under 40 minutes, perfect for last-minute desserts!
No-Bake Delight
Minimal clean-up is involved! All you need is a food processor and a few bowls not too shabby, right?
Family-Friendly
The whole family will love it! Kids enjoy helping with the mixing, rolling, and even taste tests… okay, maybe just the taste tests.
Customizable Filling
The beauty is in the filling use whatever fruit you have, and switch things up based on the season!
Comfort Food
Strawberry pie is pure comfort food. It’s sweet, it’s fresh, and it brings a smile with every bite. Trust me on this!
Serving and Storage Tips
How to Serve This Pie
Serve this fabulous pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat! Perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations, sharing with loved ones, or even cozy nights in.
Storage
This pie will keep well in the refrigerator for about 3-5 days. Keep it covered to maintain freshness, and if you have leftovers just know they are equally delicious the next day!
Reheating Instructions
You don’t really need to reheat this pie, just serve it cold from the fridge! However, if you prefer it slightly warm, pop individual slices in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds. Keep a close eye, as you don’t want it to become too hot!
Freezer Friendly
Yes, it’s freezer friendly! You can freeze the unbaked pie for up to 3 months. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. When ready to bake, you can pop it straight from the freezer into the oven; just add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time.
Now go grab those strawberries and start making this lovely Valentine’s Day Strawberry Pie! I can’t wait to hear how much you and your family loved it!
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Valentine’s Day Strawberry Pie
Ingredients
Method
- In a food processor, pulse the freeze-dried strawberries and 1 tablespoon of sugar until they turn into a fine powder.
- Add in the flour and ½ teaspoon of salt, and process until well combined.
- Add the cold butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles small peas.
- Slowly add the ice water and mix by hand until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, form into disks about 1 inch thick, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the fresh strawberries, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch, then pour over the strawberries and mix well.
- Dust a countertop with flour and roll out one disk of dough to about ¼-inch thick.
- Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate, trimming the excess.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust and refrigerate.
- Roll out the second disk of dough to ¼ inch thick and create a lattice design using a heart-shaped cookie cutter.
- Chill the pie again for 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 425°F.
- Whisk the egg white and water for the egg wash, brush it over the pie crust, then bake until golden brown and bubbly (about 40-45 minutes).
- Let the pie cool before serving, or chill in the fridge for an hour for better filling texture.