Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of a classic strawberry pie, featuring fresh, juicy strawberries nestled in a flaky pastry crust. This timeless dessert highlights the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries, making it perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust, baked
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup water
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Strawberries – Arrange half of the hulled strawberries in the baked pie crust.
2️⃣ Cook the Filling – In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining strawberries with sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until boiling.
3️⃣ Thicken the Mixture – In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually add to the boiling strawberry mixture. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 minutes).
4️⃣ Assemble the Pie – Pour the cooked strawberry mixture over the fresh strawberries in the pie crust.
5️⃣ Chill – Refrigerate until set and chilled, at least 3 hours.
6️⃣ Serve – Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and add a dollop to each slice before serving.
Notes
💡 Glazed Strawberry Pie – Brush the top with warmed apricot jam for a glossy finish.
💡 Cream Cheese Layer – Add a layer of sweetened cream cheese to the crust for a creamy contrast.
💡 Chocolate-Coated Crust – Brush melted chocolate on the crust before adding filling for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (except crust)
- Cuisine: American
