Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) cold water
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add cold water until the dough comes together.
  4. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
  5. In a small saucepan, mix strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and lemon juice.
  6. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  8. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
  9. Cut into small squares or circles, place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each, and fold over to seal, crimping edges with a fork.
  10. Brush tops with beaten egg.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  12. Allow to cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.