Fresh Strawberry Pie
Fresh Strawberry Pie - an easy strawberry pie in a buttery flaky crust all made without Jello. A classic summer dessert that is a must every year!
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 9 inch pie crust baked and cooled
- 2 pounds strawberries divided
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Remove the stems from all of the strawberries. Set aside 1 cup of strawberries and puree until smooth. Slice the remaining strawberries in half.2 pounds strawberries
- In a small sauce pan whisk together sugar and cornstarch until well combined. Add water and strawberry puree stirring until everything is well blended. Heat over medium heat to bring to a boil; stirring frequently.3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 Tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 cup water
- Once sugar mixture is boiling, cook for 3 minutes until it is thick and coats the back of a spoon. Make sure to stir constantly. After 3 minutes remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the halved strawberries in the baked pie crust and spread out evenly. After the strawberry glaze has cooled pour over the strawberries, making sure to get in all the nooks and crannies and everything is well coated.9 inch pie crust
- Place in fridge for 3-4 hours to set up completely.
- Meanwhile whisk heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract until you have stiff peaks. You can use an electric mixer for this to make it easier.1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Slice pie and top with homemade whipped cream to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
