Sweetie Pies

Happy Valentine's Day!

Make a pie for your sweetie with this scrumptious and easy recipe!

You will need:
One box refrigerated pie crusts
One cup of fruit filling or jam (check out my strawberry jam recipe)
Egg wash (mix an egg with a little water) or vegan substitute*
Heart cookie cutters

Optional Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk of choice

*Brushing an egg wash on top of the pastries adds a beautiful golden color. However, if you don't eat eggs, there are a few alternatives you can try or you can omit it altogether.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out the dough. Using the shapes cut a front and back for each pie. These two need to be the same size as you will be laying them on top of each other. From there you can create embellishments like adding miniature hearts or using a fluting tool to create ruffled edges. Grease a cookie sheet thoroughly and lay the bottom layers out. Now spoon a small amount of jam in the middle of each heart. Now, brush the edges with the egg wash or use water. Place the respective top piece and crimp edges with a fork or pressing firmly with your fingers to thoroughly seal the edges. Use a knife to vent the pie by making a small slit or two in the top layer. Assemble remaining pies. Now brush all pies with egg wash, if using. Bake pies for about 25 minutes or until the crust is firm.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix powdered sugar and vanilla. Slowly add milk, one tablespoon at a time. You may need more or less than the recommended amount. Once you have a thick glaze--the consistency of glue--you've achieved the right texture. Allow pies to cool and drizzle glaze over your creation!

These are best eaten warm from the oven.

Have a great Valentine's Day!


Lots of Love,

Anne