Classic Strawberry Pie (Fresh, Sweet & Beautifully Red)

This strawberry pie is a timeless dessert: fresh, juicy strawberries coated in a sweet glaze, nestled in a flaky pastry crust. Perfect for summer or any time you crave a fresh berry treat!

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 2–3 hours
Bake Time: 15–20 minutes (for crust only, optional)

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📝 Ingredients

Pie Crust

• 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust (or homemade)

• Optional: 1 egg + 1 tsp water for egg wash

Strawberry Filling

• 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• 3 tbsp cornstarch

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ tsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Optional Topping

• Whipped cream for serving

• Fresh mint leaves

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Crust

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking crust.

2. Roll out pie crust and fit into 9-inch pie pan.

3. Optional: Bake crust 12–15 minutes for a pre-baked shell; cool completely.

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Step 2: Make Strawberry Filling

1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

2. Stir in ½ cup water and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens and becomes translucent (~3–5 minutes).

3. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and vanilla.

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Step 3: Assemble Pie

1. Place strawberries in cooled pie crust.

2. Pour thickened glaze over strawberries, making sure to coat evenly.

3. Chill pie in refrigerator at least 2 hours to set filling.

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Step 4: Serve

• Slice and serve cold.

• Garnish with whipped cream and fresh mint if desired.

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✨ Optional Variations

• 🍓 Mix in ½ cup blueberries for a mixed berry pie

• 🥥 Sprinkle shredded coconut over filling for tropical twist

• 🍋 Add lemon zest to glaze for extra brightness

• 🍫 Drizzle chocolate over pie slices for dessert flair

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🧊 Storage

• Refrigerate: up to 2–3 days

• Cover tightly with plastic wrap to prevent drying

• Do not freeze; fresh berries lose texture

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💡 Tips for Perfect Strawberry Pie

• Use fully ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness and flavor.

• Toss berries gently to avoid crushing.

• Make sure glaze is thick enough to hold berries together.

• Chill thoroughly before slicing for clean slices.

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If you want, I can also give you:

• 🍓 Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

• 🫐 Strawberry Blueberry Pie

• 🍫 Chocolate Strawberry Pie

• 🥧 Mini Strawberry Pies

Which one would you like next?