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Close up of a strawberry pie slice on a light wood board.

Fresh Strawberry Pie

A delightful and refreshing strawberry pie perfect for any occasion. This pie features a sweet and tangy strawberry filling in a flaky crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 9-inch baked pie crust
Filling
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries hulled and halved or quartered if large
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Method
 

  1. Arrange 2 cups of the strawberries in the baked pie crust.
  2. Combine water, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, until clear and thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and butter until melted and smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the remaining 2 cups of strawberries.
  6. Pour the strawberry mixture over the strawberries in the pie crust.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the filling is set.
  8. Serve chilled.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a homemade pie crust. You can also add a dollop of whipped cream before serving.