Surprise your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with the sweetest treat ever—heart shaped pastries! These festive Valentine’s Day pies are always a hit; they are flaky on the outside, jam-filled on the inside, and beyond adorable. And once you try them? Don’t be surprised if they become a must-make tradition every February!
These heart shaped pies are the ultimate shortcut to Valentine’s Day magic. Using store-bought pie crust means there’s no need to fuss with dough from scratch—just roll it out, cut it with a heart-shaped cookie cutter, and fill it with your favorite jam.
What really makes these Valentines Day pies shine is their versatility. You can easily adjust the size, switch up the fillings, and even decorate them with different glazes or sprinkles to fit any theme. They bake up in just 15–20 minutes and are perfect for making ahead. Store them in an airtight container and reheat gently, or serve them fresh with a drizzle of icing right after baking.
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Why We Love This Heart Shaped Pies
- It’s Easy Enough for Beginners
No special skills required—just roll, cut, fill, and bake. These heart shaped pastries are so simple, even kids can help out! - Versatile for Any Occasion
While they’re perfect Valentines Day pies, these sweet hand pies can be adapted for birthdays, brunches, or anytime you want to share a little love. - Fun to Customize
From the filling to the glaze to the toppings, there are endless ways to make these heart shaped pies your own. Go classic, or get creative!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
This 5-ingredient Valentine’s pastries recipe uses pantry staples and just a few special goodies to make the easiest and tastiest heart-shaped desserts for your VDay celebration. Here’s the ingredients we used:
- Packaged pie crust (or blueberry hand pies): Any brand will do! You can also use homemade pie dough if you have time.
- Strawberry or cherry jam (or preserves of choice): I don’t recommend using runny jelly as it’s likely to ooze out of the pastries.
- Egg: Brushed over the tops to help your pastries get beautifully golden in the oven.
- Confectioners’ sugar: A must-have for the icing. Regular sugar won’t give the same smooth glaze.
- Heavy cream: Used to make the icing silky and smooth.
- Food coloring: A drop of red creates that perfect soft pink frosting for a festive finish.
Recipe Variations
- Add sprinkles on top of the glaze for extra festive flair. Perfect for little helpers in the kitchen!
- Swap in raspberry jam or other fruit preserves like peach or apricot for a twist.
- Make them with puff pastry hearts instead of pie dough for an ultra-flaky treat.
- Use pre-cut pastry sheets if you’re short on time.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to the icing for a touch of extra flavor.
- Dust with powdered sugar after baking for a softer, classic finish.
- Add a thin layer of cream cheese beneath the jam before sealing the pies.
- Stick to the heart shape, or switch things up with stars or circles for other holidays.
- Swap jam for Nutella for a rich, chocolatey variation.
- Use fresh raspberries or even chopped strawberries as filling instead of jam.
- Add a little extra jam to the top of each heart after baking for a glossy, jewel-toned finish.
Equipment Used in this Recipe
- I recommend Wilton’s Nesting Heart Shaped Cookie Cutter Set for making these Valentine’s treats. This heart cookie cutter set offers a variety of sizes and edges for your baking needs. They’ll work well for cutting cookies, cookie bars, brownies, sandwiches, pastries, and dough.
- Baking sheet or cookie sheet
- Parchment paper
- Slipat
- Wire rack
How to Make Valentines Day Pies
Heart-shaped foods are sure to set a festive tone in your home for the holiday! And by using pre-made store-bought pie crust, making these Valentine’s Day pop tarts is so simple!
With just 3 easy steps, you will spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your loved ones on this day of love.
If you’re looking to complement these delightful pastries, why not try a zesty jello lemon poke cake for a refreshing twist on your dessert spread? The tangy lemon and soft cake make a perfect pairing for a memorable holiday treat!
These treats are ready to enjoy as a snack or dessert in under an hour with no special tools needed. Here’s how to make warm and sweet Valentine’s pastries for you and your loved ones this season:
- First, roll out the packaged pie crust and cut it into strips, or use a heart shaped cookie cutter to stamp out heart shapes. Place jam in the middle of half of the pastries. Then, use a pastry brush (or your finger) to lightly add water to the edge of the pastry. Use a fork to poke steam vents of the top pastries (those without jam) pieces. Then center them on top of those with jam, and crimp with a fork. Lightly brush egg wash over each of the heart-shaped desserts.
- Bake the Valentine’s Day pop tarts at 400 degrees Fahrenheit on a baking sheet with a silicone mat (Silpat) or parchment paper for 15 minutes, until the heart-shaped hand pies are golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack once done, and let cool.
- While the pastries are cooling, make the icing by combining the confectioners’ sugar and heavy cream in a small dish. If you want to tint the frosting, add a drop of food coloring. Drizzle over or frost the warm heart-shaped pop tarts, and allow to dry before serving as desserts or snacks.
Serving Suggestions
These sweet little heart shaped pastries pair beautifully with just about anything. Serve them on a festive breakfast board alongside fresh fruit, yogurt, and mini pancakes for a morning surprise. They also shine at dessert time—especially with a dollop of whipping cream or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce.
For a cozy and romantic pairing, try these heart shaped pies with a mug of hot chocolate or a latte on the side. You could even tuck them into a brunch spread for Mother’s Day with fresh berries, cream cheese danishes, or mini quiches. However you serve them, they’re sure to charm every single heart in the room!
If you love this recipe, you won’t want to miss our Valentine’s Day recipes, packed with delicious ideas for a romantic meal. From indulgent pastas to decadent desserts, these recipes are perfect for creating a memorable celebration with your special someone!
How to Store Homemade Heart Shaped Pop Tarts
Hand pies will keep well for up to 2 days on the counter at room temperature in an airtight container. For longer storage, they can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days. But I doubt sweetheart-shaped foods like these will last long in your house around the holiday!
I recommend microwaving refrigerated Valentine’s pastries on a paper towel for about 15 seconds or so before enjoying. Or, air fry them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes.
These Valentine’s Day pop tarts are also great for freezing! Let them cool completely before wrapping each pie in plastic wrap, then store them together in an airtight plastic bag. They will keep well for about 3 months in the freezer.
Absolutely! While store-bought dough is super convenient, homemade pie crust works wonderfully if you have a favorite recipe.
Make sure to seal the edges well using a fork and avoid overfilling the centers. A little jam goes a long way!
🎯 TFN Pro Tip
Want that perfect glossy finish and golden edges? Don’t skip the egg wash before baking! It’s the secret to giving your pastries that bakery-style look and irresistible crispness.
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Heart Shaped Pastries
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- parchment paper
- slipat
- heart shaped cutters
- wire rack
Ingredients
Hand Pie Pastries
- 1 package refrigerated pie crust
- ½ cup strawberry or cherry jam
- 1 egg, white only
Icing
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- food coloring
Instructions
Prepare the Homemade Pop Tarts
- Preheat oven to 400º Fahrenheit. Unroll pie crusts and smooth until flattened. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat baking liner.
- Cut rolled pie crust into 3 x 4.5” strips or into 3"to 4" hearts using heart shaped cutters. Place 1½ tablespoons of jam in the middle of half of the pastries. These will be the bottom of the pop-tarts. For the tops (without jam), use a fork to poke venting holes in the center.
- Using a pastry brush (or your finger) brush water around the edges of each pastry. Gently place the top pastries on the bottom pastries, aligning them. Carefully run your finger around the edges to seal them, then crimp the edges with a fork. Mix 1 tablespoon of egg white with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush over the top of the pastries.
- Bake at 400º Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until golden. Let cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes before frosting.
Frosting
- Mix confectioners sugar with heavy cream, until smooth and creamy. Add 1 drop of food coloring to tint the frosting. I used 1 drop of red for pink frosting. Frost or drizzle over pastries before serving.
Notes
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Michelle says
These are so cute! I love how easy they are to make and that jam centre sounds delicious. The perfect Valentine’s treat.
Molly Kumar says
They are soooo cute and such a beautiful Valentines treat. Love the easy recipe and especially the icing makes it look so pretty pink