Fresh Strawberry Pie with Homemade All Butter Crust
Hello! My Dear Friends & Readers, How are Y’all today? Wish you a wonderful springtime.
It’s Pie Month here at Sugar Apron! Do you have a recipe for strawberry pie that you love? This pie is the easiest thing in the world to make. As a child, I had a strawberry patch in the backyard and smaller, crazy-delicious wild strawberries bunches near an old wooden wall. My mother would send me to the backyard with a measuring bowl and tell me to fill it up to the line. I would pick the few biggest berries from the patch and then fill the rest of the bowl with the reddest tiny wild berries. Let me just say THAT FRESH strawberries are soooooooo much tastier than supermarket and frozen strawberries. They are naturally sweet and just melt in your mouth. Back in the kitchen, she would slice the berries, make glaze with some sugar and cornstarch to thicken it and fill a crust made from lard (it could even smell a little pork-ish, honestly).
So, today, I’m sharing with you my ALL-TIME favorite strawberry recipe, with a few changes. The BEST thing about this recipe, besides the fact that it will knock the socks off of your taste buds, is that it’s only five ingredients, okay six if you count water.
It’s EASY. Easy like Sunday morning. EASY, EASY, EASY. But, it also means that the strawberries get to take center stage – where they belong. So, let’s make fresh strawberry pie, shall we?
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This fresh strawberry pie is a celebration of springtime flavors, with juicy, sweet strawberries at the forefront. The homemade all-butter crust adds a rich, flaky base that perfectly complements the refreshing fruit filling. With just a handful of ingredients, this pie is incredibly simple to make, yet delivers a stunning dessert that looks as good as it tastes.
Kitchen Equipment You’ll Need
- 9-inch deep pie dish
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Knife for hulling and quartering strawberries
Ingredients
- 9-inch pie crust (use my recipe for Homemade All Butter Pie Crust or a refrigerated pie crust)
- 4-6 cups fresh strawberries, quartered and hulled
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 3oz. box of Strawberry Jell-O
- 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
Instructions
- Bake the pie crust in a 9-inch deep pie dish and set aside to cool.
- Put the water, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Whisk constantly until it becomes thick, about 3 minutes.
- Whisk in the Jell-O and cook for a minute longer.
- Remove from the heat and let cool for about 15 minutes.
- As the glaze cools, place strawberries straight into the pie crust.
- Pour the glaze over the strawberries.
- Refrigerate until set.
- Decorate with whipped cream before serving if desired.
Tips for Success
Make sure to use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. When making the glaze, keep whisking constantly to avoid any lumps and ensure a smooth texture. Allow the glaze to cool slightly before pouring over the strawberries to prevent them from wilting.
Additional Tips and Variations
For a twist, try adding a dash of vanilla extract to the glaze for extra depth of flavor. You can also mix in a few blueberries or raspberries with the strawberries for a mixed berry pie.
Nutritional Highlights (Per Serving)
Each serving of this pie is a delightful indulgence, bringing a burst of vitamin C from the strawberries along with a satisfying sweet treat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use frozen strawberries? It’s best to use fresh strawberries for this recipe to achieve the ideal texture and flavor.
How long does the pie last? The pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I make the pie crust ahead of time? Yes, the pie crust can be baked in advance and stored at room temperature for a day or two.
Conclusion
I hope you’re inspired to whip up this delightful Fresh Strawberry Pie with Homemade All Butter Crust. It’s a simple yet impressive dessert that’s perfect for spring gatherings or as a sweet treat any day of the week. Give it a try and let me know how it turns out in the comments below. Happy baking!
