Copycat McDonald’s Strawberry and Cream Mini Pies

COPYCAT MCDONALD'S STRAWBERRY AND CREAM MINI PIES

INGREDIENTS

• 15 ounces refrigerated pre-made pie crust 
• 2 cups hulled and chopped strawberries 
• 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese 
• 1 large egg 
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 
• 3½ tablespoons granulated sugar 

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. In a food processor, process the strawberries with ½ tablespoon of sugar. Set aside.
3. In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, cream together the egg, cream cheese, remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar, and vanilla. Blend until fluffy.
4. Unroll the 2 pie crusts onto a lightly floured surface and cut into 12 rectangles (6 per sheet of dough).
5. Cut a small slit or heart into 6 of the rectangles (to allow steam to escape).
6. Place a spoonful of cream cheese filling next to a spoonful of the strawberry mixture onto each of the other 6 rectangles (without the slits), leaving room along the edge. (You can also put down the cream cheese first, and top with the strawberries.)
7. Cover each filled rectangle with a layer of dough (the pieces with the slits) and use a fork to secure the edges well.
8. Brush lightly with egg and sprinkle with a little extra sugar if desired.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly browned. Let cool before enjoying.

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