How to Make Strawberry Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a homemade strawberry pie to celebrate the arrival of spring and the bountiful harvest of juicy, ripe strawberries. This classic dessert has been a favorite for generations, and with good reason. The combination of sweet, tart strawberries nestled in a flaky, buttery crust is simply irresistible. Whether you're planning a picnic, a family gathering, or just want to indulge in a delicious treat, a strawberry pie is the perfect choice.

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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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Arrange 1/2 of strawberries in baked pastry shell. Place remaining strawberries in a medium saucepan.
  • Add sugar to the strawberries in the saucepan; place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Whisk cornstarch and water together in a small bowl. Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into boiling strawberry mixture. Reduce heat and simmer mixture until thickened, about 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Pour cooked strawberry mixture over berries in pastry shell. Refrigerate until chilled and set, at least 3 hours.
  • Before serving, whip cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Serve each slice of pie with a dollop of whipped cream.
  • Nutrition

    265 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 109mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 147mg