Description
This Fresh Strawberry Pie is a delightful and simple dessert that captures the essence of ripe strawberries in a luscious, thickened filling nestled in a flaky pre-baked pie crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or a heartfelt homemade treat, this recipe combines fresh fruit with a sweet and tangy glaze for a refreshing and satisfying finish.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Filling
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pie crust. This ensures the crust will start cooking immediately and become nicely golden.
- Bake Pie Crust: Place the pre-made pie crust in a pie pan and bake for 10 minutes until it is lightly golden and partially cooked, forming a sturdy base for the filling.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix together sugar, cornstarch, water, lemon juice, and salt thoroughly to prepare the glaze for the strawberries.
- Cook Filling Base: Heat the saucepan over medium heat while stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, indicating the cornstarch has fully cooked and the glaze is ready.
- Add Strawberries: Gently fold in the fresh strawberries to the thickened mixture, coating them evenly without breaking their shape to maintain freshness and texture.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the strawberry filling carefully into the baked pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Chill Pie: Allow the pie to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours. This chilling step lets the filling set completely and enhances the flavors for the perfect slice.
Notes
- Using a pre-made pie crust saves time but you can also make your own from scratch for added flavor.
- Make sure to stir the filling mixture constantly while cooking to avoid lumps or burning.
- Chilling the pie thoroughly is essential for the filling to firm up and slice cleanly.
- Fresh strawberries are best for this recipe, but you can substitute with frozen if fresh are unavailable—just thaw and drain them thoroughly first.
- For extra zest, add a teaspoon of grated lemon zest to the filling mixture before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
