This homemade strawberry pie is sweet, juicy, and packed with fresh strawberries inside a flaky golden crust. Perfect for dessert lovers and summer gatherings! 🥧✨
🛒 Ingredients
For the Pie
- 1 pie crust (top & bottom)
- 4 cups fresh strawberries 🍓
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
- 1 tbsp butter
For Topping
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sugar
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🍓 Step 1: Prepare the Filling
➡️ Wash and slice strawberries.
➡️ In a bowl, mix:
- Strawberries
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Lemon juice
➡️ Stir gently until strawberries are coated.
🥧 Step 2: Prepare the Pie
➡️ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
➡️ Place bottom pie crust into pie dish.
➡️ Pour strawberry filling into crust.
➡️ Add small pieces of butter on top.
✨ Step 3: Add Top Crust
➡️ Cover pie with top crust or lattice strips.
➡️ Brush with beaten egg for golden color.
➡️ Sprinkle a little sugar on top.
🔥 Step 4: Bake
➡️ Bake for 40–45 minutes until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly 😍
➡️ Let pie cool before slicing.
🍽️ Serving Tips
✨ Serve warm with vanilla ice cream 🍨
✨ Add whipped cream for extra sweetness
✨ Best enjoyed fresh
🌟 Nutritional Benefits
🍓 Strawberries are rich in vitamin C
🥧 Homemade pies contain fresh ingredients
🍋 Lemon juice enhances flavor naturally
❓Q/A
❓Can I use frozen strawberries?
✅ Yes, but thaw and drain extra liquid first.
❓How do I keep the crust crispy?
✅ Bake until fully golden and let pie cool slightly before serving.
❓Can I make it ahead?
✅ Yes! Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.