Strawberry Mimosa

What’s more festive than a strawberry mimosa? This berry spin on the classic stars fresh strawberries, orange juice and Prosecco. When it comes to classic cocktails, usually the original is the best. But when it comes to mimosas… well, this Strawberry Mimosa might be even better! The classic mimosa stars orange juice and champagne: but why not add bright red strawberries to the mix? Pureeing fresh strawberries with the orange juice adds fruity berry notes to the flavor palate. Even better, the color is vibrantly rosy! It’s a stunning brunch cocktail that makes any occasion more festive…even if it’s just a celebration for yourself! Ingredients in a strawberry mimosa The mimosa couldn’t be a simpler drink to put together, starring the classic combination of citrus and bubbles. The Classic Mimosa was invented in the 1920’s, supposedly in Paris. It’s gone on to be one of the most famous cocktails of all time, and it’s made the list of International Bartender Association’s IBA official cocktails. The strawberry mimosa is a fun spin-off on the classic drink, adding fresh berries to the mix. The ingredients for a strawberry mimosa are: Orange juice: Any store-bought brand will work: you don’t need fresh squeezed […]

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What’s more festive than a strawberry mimosa? This berry spin on the classic stars fresh strawberries, orange juice and Prosecco.

Strawberry mimosa

When it comes to classic cocktails, usually the original is the best. But when it comes to mimosas… well, this Strawberry Mimosa might be even better! The classic mimosa stars orange juice and champagne: but why not add bright red strawberries to the mix? Pureeing fresh strawberries with the orange juice adds fruity berry notes to the flavor palate. Even better, the color is vibrantly rosy! It’s a stunning brunch cocktail that makes any occasion more festive…even if it’s just a celebration for yourself!

Ingredients in a strawberry mimosa

The mimosa couldn’t be a simpler drink to put together, starring the classic combination of citrus and bubbles. The Classic Mimosa was invented in the 1920’s, supposedly in Paris. It’s gone on to be one of the most famous cocktails of all time, and it’s made the list of International Bartender Association’s IBA official cocktails. The strawberry mimosa is a fun spin-off on the classic drink, adding fresh berries to the mix. The ingredients for a strawberry mimosa are:

  • Orange juice: Any store-bought brand will work: you don’t need fresh squeezed here
  • Fresh strawberries: It’s best with fresh berries, but you can use frozen strawberries if desired
  • Sparkling wine: use champagne, Prosecco, or your favorite sparkling wine (see below)
Strawberry mimosa

Use champagne, Prosecco, or any sparkling wine

The classic for a mimosa is champagne, but we like it even better with Italian Prosecco! You can really use any type of sparkling wine. Prosecco is generally a little cheaper champagne: you can find a great Prosecco for $15 per bottle. Because champagne is more tricky to produce, it’s more expensive: a good bottle starts at $30 to $40. (Here’s a little more about Prosecco vs Champagne.) Whatever sparkling wine you buy, make sure it’s “brut” which means dry. Here’s a little more about the various types:

  • Champagne: French sparkling wine (most expensive choice). It tastes bubbly and fruity, with undertones of almond and orange.
  • Prosecco: Italian sparkling wine. It’s a little sweeter than champagne: fruity and flowery, with notes of apple, pear and lemon.
  • Cava: Spanish sparkling wine. It has more citrus notes, and is a little more savory and less fruity.

How to make a strawberry mimosa: a few tips

This strawberry mimosa is so easy to make: simply pour all the ingredients in a champagne flute! There are just a few things to keep in mind here:

  • Puree the strawberries and orange juice. Nothing special there: just whiz it up in a blender until it forms a strawberry puree.
  • Add the sparkling wine first (to contain the mess) or last (for fizz). There are two ways to add the champagne in a mimosa. Add it first and it contains the mess and there’s less bubbling. But if you like those beautiful bubbles, add the sparkling wine last! It makes a frothy bubble fountain.
  • Garnish with strawberries, if you’d like. Fresh strawberries are a lovey way to add pizzazz. Add slices of berries or whole berries. Use a cocktail skewer to get them to balance the top of the glass like you see here.
Strawberry cocktail

Fresh berries are best, but use frozen in a pinch

This strawberry mimosa is best with fresh berries. But want to try it with frozen? You can with one caveat!

  • Frozen strawberries are a little more tart than the sweet flavor of fresh berries.
  • Want to balance it out? If you’d like, you can add a little drizzle of maple syrup or simple syrup to sweeten the strawberry puree just a bit.

Want more with this tasty berry? Try our Best Strawberry Cocktails.

One recipe makes 6 drinks

And that’s it: it couldn’t be simpler! This strawberry mimosa is for 6 drinks, so it’s party ready! We optimized the recipe for what you’ll get from a standard champagne or Prosecco bottle. What to do with the extra strawberry puree? Well, it’s so delicious, you might just want to drink it! It tastes like a strawberry orange smoothie.

Strawberries

More mimosa variations!

Love mimosas? Us too! In fact, we love them so much that we’ve made all sorts of variations on them. If you want to mix it up even more, here are a few more fruity types of mimosa recipes:

Strawberry mimosa

A few more strawberry cocktails

Strawberries add a lovely fruity, berry spin on classic cocktails. Here’s a list of strawberry cocktails that we also recommend:

This strawberry mimosa recipe is…

Vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free.

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Strawberry mimosa

Strawberry Mimosa


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  • Author: Sonja Overhiser
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 drinks
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

What’s more festive than a strawberry mimosa? This berry spin on the classic stars fresh strawberries, orange juice and Prosecco.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups  (1 pint) fresh strawberries (or frozen strawberries*)
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 750mL bottle Prosecco, champagne or other sparkling wine

Instructions

  1. Remove the tops from the strawberries. Add them to a blender with the orange juice and blend.
  2. For each drink, add 1/4 cup puree to a champagne flute and top off with 1/2 cup of Prosecco. 

Notes

*Frozen strawberries are usually a little more tart than fresh berries. If desired, you can add a little drizzle of maple syrup or simple syrup to sweeten. 

  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Blended
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry mimosa

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Classic Strawberry Crumble

This strawberry crumble (aka strawberry crisp) is the only recipe you need! The big berry flavor and oat topping make a recipe you’ll bake up again and again. Wow. That’s what we hope you’ll say when you taste our perfect strawberry crumble recipe! There’s the strawberry filling, scented with orange zest and vanilla until the berries pop. There’s the crunchy crumble topping, hearty and homey with oats and walnuts. It’s simple, but all together it makes a true symphony of flavor: far greater than the sum of its parts. Even better: you can make it using fresh or frozen berries! This makes it a dessert you can whip up on moments notice. It also works for various diets. Whatever the case: it’s a true stunner. Keys to the best strawberry crumble, aka strawberry crisp Did you grow up with a great strawberry crumble recipe? Or strawberry crisp? The humble crumble or crisp is one of our favorite desserts to make. Why? There’s no precision required and it’s so satisfying. We’d choose it over pie or cake any day. I created this recipe in honor of Alex’s birthday in early spring. I was craving berries but with none in sight, I […]

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This strawberry crumble (aka strawberry crisp) is the only recipe you need! The big berry flavor and oat topping make a recipe you’ll bake up again and again.

Strawberry Crumble

Wow. That’s what we hope you’ll say when you taste our perfect strawberry crumble recipe! There’s the strawberry filling, scented with orange zest and vanilla until the berries pop. There’s the crunchy crumble topping, hearty and homey with oats and walnuts. It’s simple, but all together it makes a true symphony of flavor: far greater than the sum of its parts. Even better: you can make it using fresh or frozen berries! This makes it a dessert you can whip up on moments notice. It also works for various diets. Whatever the case: it’s a true stunner.

Keys to the best strawberry crumble, aka strawberry crisp

Did you grow up with a great strawberry crumble recipe? Or strawberry crisp? The humble crumble or crisp is one of our favorite desserts to make. Why? There’s no precision required and it’s so satisfying. We’d choose it over pie or cake any day. I created this recipe in honor of Alex’s birthday in early spring. I was craving berries but with none in sight, I opted for frozen instead! Here are the keys to this strawberry crisp:

  • Use fresh or frozen berries! This means you can store berries in your freezer and whip up a crumble anytime…no need to wait for strawberry season.
  • Orange zest and vanilla add complexity to the filling. These make the berry flavor pop and add nuance! Take one bite and you’ll be amazed.
  • Butter, nuts and cinnamon make for the best crumble. The crisp topping has the perfect crunch: butter is the crispiest (but see the dietary notes below). A handful of nuts makes it even crunchier, but that’s optional.
Strawberry crisp

Bake until golden brown: timing may vary!

Throw these layers together and bake in a 350 degree oven: easy as pie! (Or crumble. Ha!) There are a few notes to consider around bake time:

  • Bake until the top is golden brown: the timing varies based on your oven, baking dish, and berries! The bake time will be different every time depending on those variables. Our recipe testers had bake times between 30 minutes and 1 hour, though for most it was around 50 minutes.
  • If it’s not golden, keep going! You’re looking for that golden hue. If the oats look pale, keep going.

What people are saying

This strawberry crumble recipe was tested by a few recipe testers (thanks to our Instagram community!). Here’s what we heared:

  • “Wow! This strawberry crumble is absolutely delicious! I love the touch of orange and the vanilla extract in the filling. Delicious!” -Sarah
  • “This is SOOOO GOOOD!!! Perfectly crispy on top and the strawberries were set. Love it!” -Katy

Let us know what you think in the comments below! We can’t wait to hear.

Strawberry crumble recipe

Strawberry crisp variations: vegan, gluten free, etc!

What about dietary variations: can you make a gluten free strawberry crisp, or a vegan strawberry crumble? Yes and yes. Here’s what to do:

  • Use almond flour for gluten free. Almond flour works perfectly as a substitute for flour in a crisp or crumble recipe. In fact, it becomes even crispier than with all purpose!
  • Use vegan butter or coconut oil for vegan. Vegan butter is a bit closer to a traditional crisp texture. Or you can use coconut oil: it’s also delicious, just a little softer.
  • Use coconut sugar or another solid sugar substitute. Use your favorite solid sugar. Using maple syrup makes for a softer crisp topping, so we typically steer away from it: but you can use it if desired! It does work well in the filling.
  • Use more orange zest. For a strawberry orange crumble, double the zest!

What’s the difference between a crisp and crumble, anyway?

Not much! There was originally a difference between a strawberry crisp and a strawberry crumble, but that distinction has faded over time. Today, most people use these terms interchangeably! The original difference between the two was that a crisp had oats, whereas a crumble would not (per The Kitchn). Hence, the crisp was crispier because of the oats! You can use either term for this dessert now: so just pick your favorite!

Strawberry crisp recipe

Toppings for this strawberry crumble

Last up: how to top this strawberry crumble recipe? Let us count the ways. It’s actually extremely delicious without a topping. But you can also add one of the following tasty options to take this strawberry crisp over the top:

This strawberry crisp / crumble recipe is…

Vegetarian. For gluten-free, vegan, plant-based, and dairy-free, see the notes in the recipe below.

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Strawberry Crumble

Classic Strawberry Crumble (or Crisp!)


1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (5 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)

  • Author: Sonja Overhiser
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This strawberry crumble is the only recipe you need! The big berry flavor and crisp topping make a recipe you’ll bake up again and again.


Ingredients

For the filling

  • 2 pounds strawberries, fresh or frozen (about 6 1/2 cups whole)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon orange zest* (or 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the crumble / crisp topping

  • 3/4 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour or almond flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold salted butter (or coconut oil or vegan butter for vegan)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Make the filling: Quarter the fresh berries. Or if using frozen, run the berries under warm water for 1 minute in a strainer. Then mix with the filling ingredients in a bowl, then pour the filling into a round 9-inch pie pan, 9 x 9 inch baking dish or 7 x 11 baking dish.
  3. Make the topping: In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and kosher salt. Cut the butter into small pieces and then use your hands to mix it into the oats until fully distributed and a crumbly dough forms. It may take a while so be patient; you can also use a pastry cutter if you prefer. (If using coconut oil, it can be room temperature; use the same method to add it.) Pour the crumble on top and smooth it into an even layer with your fingers.
  4. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the top is evenly golden brown and the filling is bubbly (this will vary based on your oven and berries: it may be shorter or longer so keep an eye on it). Cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour, then serve warm. You can leave out your crisp on the counter for up to 1 day (covered, at night) so the crisp topping can stay crisp. After 1 day, refrigerate any leftovers.

Notes

*For a very forward orange flavor, use 1/3 to 1/2 teaspoon orange zest.

  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Crisp

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries, I don’t know who came up with this combo, but I would like to thank them. Strawberries and chocolate are a match made in heaven! The elegant, bite-size berries are such a popular dessert, especially for Valentine’s Day and special occasions. They always feel so special! I know chocolate covered strawberries are…

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25 of Our Best, Brightest (& Laziest) Strawberry Desserts

We thought you might want to take one (or two! or three!) of these little pink-tinted numbers for a spin sometime soon. You know: Bring one to your neighbor; tuck one into your bag, head to the park and eat it under a tree; make one for a leisurely bre…

We thought you might want to take one (or two! or three!) of these little pink-tinted numbers for a spin sometime soon. You know: Bring one to your neighbor; tuck one into your bag, head to the park and eat it under a tree; make one for a leisurely breakfast—yes, cake is breakfast—on Sunday. Were we right?

Thought so. Here are 25 of our best strawberry desserts, all of which don't even take up that much of your time. So you can focus on the important part: the eating.

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Yellow Sheet Cake with Strawberry Rose Buttercream

A classic yellow sheet cake, moist and tender with a hint of vanilla and lemon zest, topped with a fluffy strawberry rose buttercream and decorated with Valentine’s-themed sprinkles. Sheet cakes are satisfyingly simple, with no fussy layers or crumb coats, just the perfect ratio of buttery yellow cake to creamy strawberry rose frosting. This post […]

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A classic yellow sheet cake, moist and tender with a hint of vanilla and lemon zest, topped with a fluffy strawberry rose buttercream and decorated with Valentine’s-themed sprinkles.

Sheet cakes are satisfyingly simple, with no fussy layers or crumb coats, just the perfect ratio of buttery yellow cake to creamy strawberry rose frosting.

Overhead, Square cake with pink frosting and sprinkles, letters that read All You Need is Love & Sprinkles

Let’s start the New Year off right.

With cake.

(Duh.)

I mean, I’d really be fine if we skipped the entire month of January altogether (although we can keep the 22nd because that’s Taylor’s birthday and he wouldn’t be pleased if we skipped that). How nice would it be to jump straight from the pleasant fog of the holidays to February, and, in particular, Valentine’s day (because that’s when we, as food bloggers, are officially ‘allowed’ to post sweet things again, which I think is complete nonsense.)

So, resolutions be damned, here’s a delightful little sheet cake, full of love and sprinkles and, oh yes, butter.

But seriously, how adorable are these sprinkles? They’re from Sweetapolita’s Valentine’s day collection, and served as the inspiration for this quippy cake. They’re called Catch Feelings and, well, I’ve certainly caught some feelings for this gorgeous sprinkle medley!

Yellow sheet cake with pink strawberry buttercream, with lots of pink and navy sprinkles

The cake itself is a classic yellow cake, rich with egg yolks (vs white cake which is made with just egg whites) and tangy buttermilk, plus vanilla and the barest hint of lemon zest (the cake does not noticeably taste like lemon, however adding just a little zest to the batter adds a depth and roundness of flavor that makes this cake taste like pure nostalgia).

While I certainly think it’d be fabulous with a chocolate fudge frosting, in following with the Valentine’s day theme I opted for something a bit more… romantic. In this case, a strawberry rose buttercream.

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Vegan Pop Tarts (with 3 Flavors!)

Are Pop-Tarts vegan? Some, but you don’t miss them if you try this delicious homemade vegan pop tarts recipe! Choose among 3 different flavors: frosted strawberry, brown sugar cinnamon, and cinnamon apple pie, or make your own favorite. You&#8217…

Are Pop-Tarts vegan? Some, but you don’t miss them if you try this delicious homemade vegan pop tarts recipe! Choose among 3 different flavors: frosted strawberry, brown sugar cinnamon, and cinnamon apple pie, or make your own favorite. You’ll love it either way. They are flaky and crispy. Perfect for a sweet breakfast or snack....

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Neapolitan Cookies #70

This cookie was inspired by pastry chef Matthew Rice’s Neapolitan cookie, which I stumbled upon while searching Pinterest for the color pink. This cookie popped up, and I was intrigued by the pretty colors all rolled together. I headed straight t…

Neapolitan Cookies

This cookie was inspired by pastry chef Matthew Rice’s Neapolitan cookie, which I stumbled upon while searching Pinterest for the color pink. This cookie popped up, and I was intrigued by the pretty colors all rolled together. I headed straight to the kitchen. I used my sugar cookie (#6) as a base and came up with the version here. My children beg for this cookie, and it’s worth the extra steps needed to create it. From 100 Cookies Notes Use black cocoa powder for a darker color. The powdered strawberries on their own won’t give a bright pink hue, so I like to add a little food coloring. I also like to roll each individual color of dough into the same color of sprinkles, but you can mix and match however your heart desires. I buy freeze-dried strawberries at Target. PRINT RECIPE 2 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon [364 g] all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup [8 g] freeze-dried strawberries 1 cup [2 sticks | 227 g] unsalted butter, room temperature 1 3/4 cup [350 g] granulated sugar 1 large egg plus 1 large yolk 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 or 3 drops red […]

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2 Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade.

This frozen strawberry lemonade is the easiest thing you’ll make all summer. Embarrassingly easy, I tell you! See that icy, frozen drink perfection? It’s about to land in your kitchen. Okay so you only need two things here. TWO! Your favorite lemonade (a recipe, or bottled) and frozen strawberries.  That.is.it. Of course, you can add […]

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This frozen strawberry lemonade is the easiest thing you’ll make all summer.

2 ingredient frozen strawberry lemonade

Embarrassingly easy, I tell you!

See that icy, frozen drink perfection? It’s about to land in your kitchen.

frozen strawberry lemonade in a blender

Okay so you only need two things here. TWO! Your favorite lemonade (a recipe, or bottled) and frozen strawberries. 

That.is.it.

pouring frozen strawberry lemonade

Of course, you can add some lemons or strawberries or fresh mint for garnish too. If you want to get fancy. But this is just about the least fancy recipe there is.

Oh! To get EXTRA fancy you could add some vodka. A splash or so. A shot or two. Blend it all up and voila! Boozy frozen strawberry lemonade, that is only three ingredients with the booze. 

THIS IS SO SIMPLE.

2 ingredient frozen strawberry lemonade

Right now I’m having a love affair with the Costco organic lemonade, so that’s what I use. I’ve tried it with Simply Lemonade which I also like. I never use a frozen lemonade concentrate – just the frozen berries. And depending on the brand of lemonade you use, you may need a few more strawberries or even a drop of honey.

AND! You can obviously use other kinds of frozen fruit here too. Blackberries! Blueberries! Peaches! Mango! They all sound delish, right?

2 ingredient frozen strawberry lemonade

Can you tell how obsessed I am with this ridiculously simply “recipe?”

2 ingredient frozen strawberry lemonade

I just love a good slushy drink!

I’m not one to order a frozen margarita since I love those on the rocks, but other frozen drinks always entice me. This is a super fun way to enjoy the last six weeks of hot hot summer at home. Blend one of these up and sit on the patio – and you can even do it during the day with this non-alcoholic version. No happy hour required! Reminds me of my lemonade frosé without the rosé.

Plus, the kids love it. It makes everyone feel like a kid again!

2 ingredient frozen strawberry lemonade

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade

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Frozen Strawberry Lemonade

This frozen strawberry lemonade could not be easier! It only has two ingredients and comes together super fast. Perfect for summer!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 to 4 people
Author How Sweet Eats

Ingredients

  • 2 cups lemonade
  • 16 ounces frozen strawberries
  • lemon wedges, for serving
  • fresh mint, for serving

Instructions

  • Combine the lemonade and strawberries in a blender. Blend until smooth and frozen. Pour into glasses and garnish with a lemon wedge and fresh mint!

2 ingredient frozen strawberry lemonade

I’d like to float on that strawberry raft.

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Strawberry Hand Pies

Strawberry Hand Pies

Strawberries are in season and the ones I’ve had this year taste better than ever. I’ve been eating them on my cereal and churning them into ice cream, as well as making classics like strawberry shortcake. Strawberries are often incorporated into dishes where they don’t have to be cooked, since the juicy …

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Strawberry Hand Pies

Strawberries are in season and the ones I’ve had this year taste better than ever. I’ve been eating them on my cereal and churning them into ice cream, as well as making classics like strawberry shortcake. Strawberries are often incorporated into dishes where they don’t have to be cooked, since the juicy berries give off a lot of liquid and tend to lose their shape and jewel-like color when baked, but even though their look changes, strawberries become even deeper in flavor when cooked, so you shouldn’t hesitate to try baking with them this summer.

These Strawberry Hand Pies have a very simple filling that uses up lots of fresh strawberries. Unlike my Fresh Strawberry Pie, this filling is cooked before the pies are assembled. The cooked berries are tender and very flavorful, surrounded by a lightly sweetened sauce that is made with juice from the berries. Combined with the buttery pastry, this is one pie that it is hard to pass up! As an added bonus, they’re also very easy to make and take far less time than most full-sized pies, as both the assembly time and baking time are much shorter. These are a huge hit at summer gatherings at my house, where everyone can simply grab a pie off of a plate and eat them out of hand while enjoying a warm summer evening.

Strawberry Hand Pies

You may have a little bit of the strawberry filling mixture left over after making your hand pies. I make a little extra because I would rather have a spoonful or two more than I need than to run out. You could use it up by making slightly smaller pies and squeezing an extra one out of the dough if you are set on using it in a pie. If not, it can be spooned over ice cream, waffles or pancakes to make a perfectly summery topping. It can also be eaten with a spoon.

The pies are at their very best on the day that they are baked, though the pastry should remain fairly crisp for a day or two after baking. The pies can be warmed up in the oven if you want to recreate that fresh-from-the-oven feeling. Since this recipe makes a fairly small batch, it is worth noting that it can be doubled or tripled if you want to make enough to serve a crowd. If you are going to make more than that, you’ll probably have to increase the cornstarch slightly just to ensure that you can soak up all that extra strawberry juice!

Strawberry Hand Pies
1 1/2 cups diced strawberries
1/4 cup sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1 tbsp cornstarch
dough for one 9-inch pie crust
cream or milk, for topping
coarse sugar, for topping

In a medium bowl, toss together strawberries, sugar, salt and cornstarch. Transfer mixture to a large skillet and cook, over medium heat, until strawberries are tender and the strawberry juice/sauce has thickened. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie dough into a large square (10×10-inches) or a rectangle (5×20-inches). Divide dough into five even (5×5-inch) squares. Transfer squares of pastry onto the prepared baking sheet.
Spoon about 2 1/2 tablespoons of strawberries onto half of each square of pastry, then fold the extra pastry up and over the filling. Pinch the edges together firmly and crimp with a fork.
Use the tip of a sharp knife to cut 2-3 vents in the top of each pie. Brush pies with milk/cream and sprinkle generously with coarse sugar.
Bake for 20-24 minutes, until pies are golden brown and strawberry juice is bubbling through the vents on top of the pies.

Makes 4.

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Should You Wash Strawberries in Salt Water? We Asked a Food Scientist.

If you’re like us, every time you hear about a kitchen hack—whether it’s advice from grandma or trending on TikTok—you wonder: But does it actually work? In The Kitchen Scientist, we’re asking author Nik Sharma (whose new book, The Flavor Equation, com…

If you're like us, every time you hear about a kitchen hack—whether it's advice from grandma or trending on TikTok—you wonder: But does it actually work? In The Kitchen Scientist, we're asking author Nik Sharma (whose new book, The Flavor Equation, comes out in October!) to put it to the test.


I’d read a few reports about folks washing strawberries in salt water to get rid of worms and other types of bugs, but hadn’t considered doing it myself. To be honest, washing with tap water has never let me down.

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