Old Fashioned Strawberry Pie
Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of summer with this Old Fashioned Strawberry Pie, a timeless dessert bursting with fresh, juicy berries and a perfectly flaky crust. Featuring a luscious filling made from ripe strawberries, gently folded into a silky glaze of sugar, cornstarch, and a hint of lemon juice, this classic pie harmonizes natural sweetness with a touch of citrus. Whether you opt for a homemade or premade pie crust, the result is a stunning dessert topped with vibrant whole strawberries for a delightful presentation. Ready in under an hour and best served chilled, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or whenever you’re craving a slice of classic comfort. Pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh strawberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 premade or homemade 9-inch pie crust
- optional, for topping Whipped cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
If using a homemade pie crust, roll it out and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.
Bake the pie crust for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
While the crust is cooling, rinse and hull the strawberries. Slice half of the strawberries and leave the other half whole for a mix of textures in the finished pie.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir until smooth to avoid lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook while stirring until the mixture thickens and becomes translucent. This takes about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
Reserve a few whole strawberries for decoration if desired. Gently fold the sliced strawberries and half of the whole strawberries into the cooked mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Pour the strawberry mixture into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Arrange the reserved whole strawberries on top as decoration if using. Let the pie cool at room temperature for 10 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Slice and serve with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1874 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 352 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.6 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 246.1 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1405 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
