Description
Experience the vibrant taste of summer with this Best Strawberry Pie Recipe. Featuring a flaky, golden crust filled with succulent, marinated strawberries in a sweet glaze, this pie is a nostalgic delight that evokes warm family gatherings. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for bakers of all skill levels and makes an ideal dessert for picnics or festive occasions.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 store-bought pie crust (or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon gelatin (optional for a firmer filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your pie crust in a pie pan.
- In a large bowl, mix sliced strawberries with ¾ cup sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk cornstarch with ¼ cup water until smooth. Add the mixture to the strawberries and stir gently.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the prepared crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly.
- Allow to cool completely before serving. Enjoy with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in some raspberries or spices like cinnamon. Store leftover pie covered in the fridge for up to three days.