Description
A simple and delightful strawberry pie bursting with fresh flavor, perfect for summer occasions.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for the crust, if desired)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 cups whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your pie crust. Pre-bake for about 10 minutes at 350°F until golden.
- Combine sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt in a saucepan. Stir gently and cook over medium heat until bubbly, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and cool the mixture slightly.
- Pour cooled strawberry mixture into the prepared pie crust. Add vanilla extract, if desired.
- Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until set.
- Whip cream until soft peaks form and spread over the pie. Garnish with sliced strawberries and mint leaves.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor and consider alternatives for dietary needs, such as coconut sugar or gluten-free crust options.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg