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The Classic Strawberry Pie : A Slice of Summer

The Classic Strawberry Pie

This strawberry pie recipe guarantees a sweet and tangy dessert that’s bursting with fresh strawberry flavor! Follow these 5 steps for the best results.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) baked pie crust, cooled
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Ensure your pie crust is fully baked and cooled before adding the filling.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch. Gradually add water and lemon juice, stirring until smooth.
  3. Cook the Filling: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened and clear. Remove from heat and stir in butter.
  4. Add Strawberries: Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
  5. Chill and Serve: Pour the mixture into the cooled pie crust and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

Notes

For a glaze, brush the top of the pie with melted strawberry jam before chilling. This adds extra shine and flavor!

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Keywords: strawberry pie, summer dessert, fruit pie