Description
Sweet summer memories come alive with big boys fresh strawberry pie, a nostalgic dessert brimming with ripe, juicy berries nestled in a flaky crust. Creamy, luscious, and irresistibly simple, you’ll savor each refreshing slice of this classic American treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base:
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
Fresh Fruit:
- 1 quart (4 cups / 946 milliliters) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
Filling and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small box (3 ounces / 85 grams) strawberry gelatin
Topping:
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Select a perfectly pre-baked pie crust and carefully layer whole fresh strawberries inside, creating an attractive arrangement that covers the entire base.
- Combine sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan, whisking thoroughly to eliminate lumps.
- Simmer the mixture over medium heat, continuously stirring until the liquid transforms into a glossy, thick consistency that coats the back of a spoon, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the thickened mixture from heat and immediately incorporate lemon juice and strawberry gelatin, stirring until completely dissolved and uniform.
- Gently cascade the vibrant, translucent glaze over the arranged strawberries, ensuring even coverage and minimal disruption of the fruit’s placement.
- Transfer the pie to the refrigerator and allow it to set completely, which typically requires 3-4 hours of chilling.
- Once set, garnish with dollops of fresh whipped cream just before serving to enhance the pie’s visual appeal and add a creamy contrast to the bright, fruity filling.
Notes
- Choose ripe, vibrant strawberries for the most intense flavor and natural sweetness in your pie.
- Let the pie set completely in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to ensure the gelatin firms up properly and creates a perfect slice.
- Consider using a gluten-free pie crust to make this dessert suitable for those with gluten sensitivities, without compromising the delicious taste.
- Swap regular sugar with a low-calorie sweetener like stevia for a lighter version of this classic dessert that still maintains its delightful strawberry essence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 251 kcal
- Sugar: 44 g
- Sodium: 52 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg