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mothers day Fresh Strawberry Pie

Mothers Day Fresh Strawberry Pie – A Sweet Handmade Delight

A delightful Mothers Day Fresh Strawberry Pie that combines juicy strawberries with a flaky crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2.5 pounds Fresh Strawberries hulled and halved
  • 0.75 cups Granulated Sugar plus 2 tbsp, adjust based on sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 7 tbsp Cornstarch
Crust
  • 1 recipe Double-Crust Pie Dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash
  • 1 tbsp Water mixed with egg

Equipment

  • 9-inch deep-dish pie plate
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Hull and halve the strawberries, then mix with sugar, lemon juice, and salt. Let sit for 1 hour.
  2. Strain the mixture, whisk cornstarch with reserved juices, and heat until thickened. Fold in strawberries.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Roll out half of the dough, transfer to pie plate, pour in filling.
  5. Roll out the second half of the dough, cover the filling, pinch edges to seal and make slits for steam.
  6. Brush with egg wash, sprinkle sugar, and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden.
  7. Let pie cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Letting the strawberries sit helps release their juices for a more flavorful filling. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for later enjoyment.

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