Description

Strawberry Pie is a refreshing and classic dessert that highlights the sweetness of ripe strawberries. With a buttery, flaky crust, a luscious strawberry filling, and a light, creamy whipped topping, this pie is the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for summer gatherings or holiday dinners, this easy-to-make dessert is a crowd-pleaser that brings a burst of freshness to any occasion. Its simplicity and elegance make it a go-to sweet treat for fruit lovers!

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade)
1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for dusting the crust)

For the Strawberry Filling:

1 pound fresh strawberries (hulled and halved or quartered)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Follow package instructions to pre-bake the store-bought pie crust or bake the homemade crust until golden. Once baked and cooled, optionally sprinkle sugar over the crust for added sweetness.
Make the Filling: In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (3-5 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract, and let cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberries: Hull and slice the strawberries, then place them in a large bowl.
Combine the Strawberries and Filling: Pour the cooled syrup over the strawberries and toss gently to coat.
Assemble the Pie: Pour the strawberry mixture into the prepared crust, spreading evenly. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Make the Topping: Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
Serve the Pie: Once set, top the pie with whipped cream and serve chilled.

Notes

Add lemon zest to the filling for an extra citrus kick.For a rich flavor, drizzle melted chocolate over the pie.Substitute the pie crust with a graham cracker crust or even an Oreo crust for different flavor combinations.