Fresh Strawberry Pie
There are certain foods that just scream summer, don’t ya think? Berries of any kind, but especially strawberries, just feel like the ultimate summer treat. And THIS is how I like to enjoy them…
I have been craving strawberry pie for the past week and knew that it was going to have to make an appearance here on the blog. When I was at the store a couple of days ago and found strawberries on sale, it was like I’d made a date with destiny!
One of the best things about this pie, is how FRESH it is. The ingredients are super easy, and there’s no jello in it. Five simple ingredients is all it takes to make this pie. Seriously! Well, unless you make your own pie crust. Which you can TOTALLY do if you want! I love homemade pie crust, but to keep things easy I just used the refrigerated kind.
Making this pie is pretty simple. Bake your crust, add in some sliced strawberries, layer on a simple strawberry filling, then top with more berries. Pop it in the fridge for a few hours then top with some homemade whipped cream.
And you MUST make the whipped cream! It really is mandatory. But I promise that once you taste it, you’ll be so glad you did. Really, it’s the icing on the cake! Er, I mean…pie. 😉
Enjoy!
Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pie
Ingredients
Pie:
- 1 pie crust,, baked (refrigerated, frozen, or homemade)
- 5 cups strawberries,, divided
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 Tablespoon cornstarch
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 Tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Begin by hulling and slicing 4 cups of strawberries. Hull and halve the remaining cup of strawberries and set aside.
- Layer 2 cups of the sliced strawberries on the bottom of the baked pie crust.
- Mash the remaining 2 cups of sliced strawberries, or pulse in the blender until a mashed consistency is reached. Combine the mashed strawberries with the sugar and cornstarch in a small sauce pan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, stirring constantly until mixture is thickened, for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
- Pour the strawberry filling over the top of the pie, spreading evenly. Top with halved strawberries and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- To make the whipped cream, combine the heavy whipping cream and sugar in a large mixing bowl and beat over medium speed until fluffy. Serve over the top of each slice of pie and enjoy!
I have this same recipe for Raspberry Pie.
Are you sure you didn’t leave out the 3/4 cups water that cooks with the cornstarch?
Otherwise it is exactly the same and DELICIOUS!!
Totally irresistible! Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
I adore fresh strawberries, I can’t keep away from them during the Summer. This has been featured as one of my favourites over at Sweet and Savoury Sunday. Stop by, grab a button and link up again with us this week. Have a great day!
This looks so tempting. Thanks for sharing! Hello from Freedom Fridays!
Oh my, this pie sure looks heavenly! Thanks for the recipe!
This is so beautiful, and I know it must be delicious! I’m so glad you shared this with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- pinned and sharing on Facebook this afternoon! 🙂
Ashlyn, I ADORE strawberry pie (especially with fresh berries) and yours looks gorgeous! What a perfect summer dessert.
We just love Fresh Strawberry Pie, it is one of our favorites. Your place at our table is very special and thanks so much for sharing your wonderful food with all of us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a fantastic week and come back real soon!
Miz Helen
Having strawberries now – summer must! Thanks for sharing at the #WWDParty.
This looks great! Ive seen the recipes with jello and they dont look as good to me. This.. this looks heavenly! Pinned!
Looks so good! We’re just starting strawberry season, so I’m putting this on my list of things to make!
it looks soooo good!
I love Strawberry Pie, i can’t wait to try this! Tanks for sharing.
I can’t wait to try this.
Oh, my! That is super easy! Looks awesome! Pinning this.
Oh yum! Oh my. Look how fresh those strawberries look. I’d love a piece. Thanks for sharing!