Fresh Strawberry Pie
Creamy, juicy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this Fresh Strawberry Pie is a delightful dessert perfect for summer.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
- Pie Plate
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Butter, softened Room temperature for easy mixing.
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar For the crust.
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Sifted if lumpy.
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 cups Water For the glaze.
- 2 cups Granulated sugar For the glaze.
- 6 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening, whisked to remove lumps.
- 1 package (6-ounce) Strawberry jell-o Adds color and flavor to the glaze.
- 3 pounds Strawberries, cleaned and de-stemmed Leave whole or halve large berries.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Position a rack in the center of the oven.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1 cup all-purpose flour. Mix until a soft dough forms and press into a greased deep-dish pie plate.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes or until the crust is lightly browned. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups water, 2 cups sugar, and 6 tablespoons cornstarch. Whisk constantly over medium heat until thick and clear.
- Remove from heat and stir in the strawberry jell-o until fully dissolved. Allow to cool slightly.
- Fold in the cleaned strawberries gently. Pour the mixture into the cooled pie crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator until fully set, at least 2–3 hours.
- Serve with whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices on top.
Notes
Use ripe, in-season strawberries for the best flavor. Chill the berries briefly before folding them in for an ice-cold bite.