Strawberry Pie
Delight in the essence of summer with this luscious Strawberry Pie, featuring a buttery, flaky crust filled with juicy strawberries that burst with sweetness and a hint of tang. This nostalgic dessert is perfect for any occasion, from picnics to birthday celebrations. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you’ll impress everyone with this easy yet elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly.
- In another bowl, toss strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over strawberries, mix well.
- Roll out half the pie crust and place it in a pie dish. Fill with strawberry mixture and cover with the second rolled crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Choose ripe strawberries for the best flavor; consider adding blueberries or raspberries for a mixed fruit twist. For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blends.