Description
Big boys fresh strawberry pie weaves together seasonal strawberries and classic dessert charm. Buttery crust, sweet filling, and fresh berries create a delightful slice you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base:
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (25.4 cm)
Fruits:
- 1 quart (0.95 liters) fresh strawberries, hulled
Filling and Thickeners:
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 package (85 grams/3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
Topping:
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Meticulously layer whole fresh strawberries in a pre-baked pie shell, ensuring uniform coverage and aesthetic appeal.
- Combine sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan, whisking continuously over medium heat until the mixture transforms into a glossy, thick consistency, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Immediately remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate lemon juice and strawberry gelatin, stirring until completely dissolved and creating a vibrant, translucent glaze.
- Gently cascade the warm glaze over the arranged strawberries, carefully ensuring each berry receives an even, glistening coating.
- Transfer the pie to the refrigerator and allow it to chill and set for a minimum of 3 hours, permitting the gelatin to stabilize and intensify the flavor profile.
- When ready to serve, garnish with delicate peaks of whipped cream and present the pie chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- Select ripe, firm strawberries for the best flavor and texture, ensuring they are vibrant red and free from bruises or soft spots.
- Blind bake the pie crust beforehand to prevent sogginess and maintain a crisp base that complements the fresh berries.
- Adjust the sweetness by reducing sugar if using very ripe, naturally sweet strawberries or for a less sugary dessert option.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pie crust and verify that the gelatin is gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg