Valentines day is just around the corner and if you need something that is 100% guaranteed to put a smile on someone’s face- I have it right here! These little Sweetie Pies Pops are genuinely adorable. They’re also one of those things that look like tons of work and effort, but in reality they’re pretty quick and easy! So go ahead and impress people with your skills. Or just sit in a dark room and eat them all yourself in one sitting. We won’t tell, I swear. I have tons of variations shown below, as well as some options for fillings so if you really wanted to, you could make these super fast with store bought filling and dough.
Ingredients Needed
This is just a preview of ingredients and method, keep scrolling for full printable recipe.
- Pie crust dough – You can make your own using this Light and Flaky Pie Crust Recipe, or use sore bought refrigerated pie crust dough.
- Filling of choice
- Apple pie filling
- tart green apple
- cinnamon
- brown sugar
- all-purpose flour
- lemon juice
- butter
- Canned pie filling – Any flavor, but small fruit works best. I used raspberry.
- Chocolate chips – If desired.
- Apple pie filling
- Topping/ finish of choice
- Course sanding sugar and butter
- Glaze
- powdered sugar
- butter
- milk
- 6-inch lollipop sticks – These are available at craft stores like Hobby Lobby or Michaels, near the cake and candy making items. You can also order them online.
- Cookie cutter – I used a heart shape. You’ll want to keep them fairly small, otherwise the lollipop sticks won’t be able to hold them up. A 2-inch heart worked perfectly for me.
How to Make Sweetie Pie Pops
- Roll your dough out on a floured work surface and cut out desired shapes.
- Place a small amount of your chosen filling in the center of the heart, staying away from the edges to prevent the filling from seeping out during baking.
- Press a lollipop stick gently into the dough (make sure the stick reaches well into the pop, not just at the bottom), run a wet finger along the edge and top with another cut out piece of dough. Seal with a fork.
- If desired, brush with butter and sprinkle with sanding sugar. Poke a little hole in each pie for steam to escape and pop them in the oven. Allow to cool completely before packaging.
- If you didn’t finish your pops with butter and sanding sugar, you can whisk up a quick glaze of powdered sugar, milk, and milk. Spoon this on while the pies are still warm. Allow to cool completely before packaging.
Storing and Other Tips
- Store finished pies in their own packages or together in an airtight container at room temp. Enjoy within 1-2 days for best results.
- Freeze individual pies, wrapped in plastic wrap and then in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
- You don’t have to use lollipop sticks. These make adorable little hand pies as well!
- If you love our Pies-In-a-Jar, those are super cute topped with pieces of heart dough as well!
Downloadable Labels
- CLICK HERE for the “Be My Sweetie Pie” Valentine Labels
- CLICK HERE for the “Sweetie Pie” Pie in a Jar Labels {4 different colors!}
Sweetie Pie Pops
These cute little pie pops are a quick and easy treat to gift to those you love!
Servings
Equipment
- 6-inch lollipop sticks
- cookie cutters
- fork for sealing the pies
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust and Sealing the Pies
- 1 recipe pie crust or store bought pie crust dough
- small bowl of water
Apple Pie Filling – Combine All Ingredients
- 1 medium tart green apple peeled and grated
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon flour
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cold butter grated
Other Filling Option
- canned pie filling
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1-3 tsp milk
Other Finishing Option
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- Course sugar or sprinkles for top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat if desired.
- Roll out pie dough on a floured surface about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out heart shapes (or other shape of your choosing) and place them on your baking sheet.
- Place about 1-2 tsp of filling on one cut out, keeping it at least 1/4 inch away from the edges. Place 6 inch lollipop stick in center of shape, with the top of the stick near the top of the shape. Wet your finger in a small bowl of water and wet the edge of the pie dough shape. Wet the edges of a 2nd pie dough shape (one without filling) and place on top of the other. Press together gently with your fingers to seal the pieces together. Use a fork to crimp edges, being careful to seal edges around the stick. Poke a fork into top of pie one time so steam can vent.
- If desired, brush top of pie in melted butter and sprinkle with sugar. (Or leave plain to glaze after.)
- Bake pies for 15-20 minutes until barely golden brown. Cool for a few minutes and then transfer to a cooling rack. If glazing, mix up all glaze ingredients and gently brush or spoon glaze over pies while still warm. Cool completely before packaging. If desired, place in cellophane bags and tie with ribbons and labels.
Notes
- Store finished pies in their own packages or together in an airtight container at room temp. Enjoy within 1-2 days for best results.
- Freeze individual pies, wrapped in plastic wrap and then in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw at room temperature.
- You don’t have to use lollipop sticks. These make adorable little hand pies as well!
- If you love our Pies-In-a-Jar, those are super cute topped with pieces of heart dough as well!
Nutrition
Serving: 1Apple Pie Sweetie Pop with Glaze, Calories: 86kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 55mg, Potassium: 26mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 51IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 5mg, Iron: 0.3mg
Calories: 86kcal
Cost: $7
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Questions & Reviews
Love this!! I'd like to make them for my kid's party but I wonder… can I make them days ahead and keep them in the freezer? If so, should I freeze them before baking in the oven or baked already?
Thanks for the fun idea! I made these for my little primary class! http://ourlifeslikethat.blogspot.com/2011/02/valentines-day.html
My crust came out a little tough and some of the filling came out of a few (I have a lot to learn about baking!) but overall I think they were cute!
Thanks!
I made these for work…left the stick out and just put the sweetie pie in a cellophane wrapper. They were a hit
Hey ladies! Thank you for inspiring me at the last minute! Mine aren't as lovely as yours, but it was a start! 🙂 (Better than buying Little Debbie snack cakes anyway!)
http://www.amytriedit.com/2011/02/valentines-treats-new-ingredients.html
Sure you could use preserves. I would look for the Smucker's "Simply Fruit" type- and if you can find fresh raspberries this time of year without spending a fortune you could add some of those too- just because jam can be really sweet.
So I really like the rasberry idea… but I cannot find rasberry pie filling :-/
Will Rasberry preserves or jam work?
I'm so excited to make these for everyone at work!
These look amazingly delicious and absolutely darling! Featured them on my blog this week! Have a great weekend!
Blessings to you,
Holly
http://hallelujahsbyholly.blogspot.com/2011/02/favorite-things-friday-my-mamas-sugar.html
Mine didn't stay on the sticks! I am totally bummed 🙁 Did I miss something? I had my trusty Laptop right on the kitchen counter cooking with me and thought I did it perfect but the sticks keep falling out. Help please!
I wonder if it would work with chocolate pudding for the filling.
What great ideas . . . will be tring some of these for my pie-loving sweetie this valentines day!