Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe

by

Absolutely! Here’s a BIG, beautifully detailed recipe for a classic Fresh Strawberry Pie, inspired by the delightful pie in your photo.
It includes an introduction, history, benefits, formation (how it comes together), instructions, nutrition, and even a bit about the lovers of this dessert. 🍓🥧

🍓 Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe

Introduction

This fresh strawberry pie is a radiant celebration of summer’s sweetness. With a flaky, buttery crust, juicy ripe strawberries, and a glossy homemade strawberry glaze, this pie is both stunning and delicious. It’s a favorite at family gatherings, summer picnics, and whenever strawberries are at their peak.

Whether you serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this pie is sure to win hearts.

A Brief History

Strawberry pie became popular in the U.S. around the 1950s, coinciding with the rise of home refrigeration and gelatin desserts. Before that, strawberries were mostly enjoyed fresh or in preserves. The fresh strawberry pie, with its beautiful presentation and no heavy baking required, quickly became a summer tradition in many homes.

Benefits

✅ High in Vitamin C: Thanks to the strawberries.
✅ Antioxidants: Strawberries are packed with anthocyanins and ellagic acid.
✅ Relatively light dessert: Lower in fat compared to creamy pies.
✅ Mood booster: Bright, sweet flavors that bring joy.
✅ Eye-catching centerpiece: A true showstopper on any table.

Ingredients

🥧 For the crust

  • 1 pre-made deep-dish pie crust (or homemade crust, blind baked)
    • (If making homemade, use: 1¼ cups flour, ½ cup butter, ¼ tsp salt, 3-4 tbsp ice water)

🍓 For the filling

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tbsp strawberry gelatin (like Jell-O) for a deeper red color & slight set
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

🍦 For serving (optional)

  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Instructions & Methods

🔥 1. Prepare the crust

  • If using a store-bought crust, bake according to package directions until golden brown. Let cool completely.
  • If homemade, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form. Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together. Roll out, place in a 9-inch pie dish, trim edges, prick with fork, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes. Cool.

🍓 2. Make the strawberry glaze

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and cornstarch. Whisk in water until smooth.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Remove from heat. Stir in strawberry gelatin and lemon juice until dissolved. Let cool to lukewarm.

🍓 3. Fill the pie

  • Arrange most of the fresh strawberries in the cooled crust. Pour glaze evenly over strawberries, making sure all berries are coated. Gently nudge them to let the glaze settle throughout.

❄️ 4. Chill

  • Refrigerate the pie for at least 3-4 hours to allow the glaze to set.

🍦 5. Serve

  • Top with dollops of whipped cream or scoops of vanilla ice cream just before serving.

Formation: How it all comes together

This pie is a marriage of textures and flavors:

  • The crisp crust provides a buttery, flaky foundation.
  • The fresh strawberries offer natural sweetness and tartness.
  • The glossy glaze locks in moisture, adds shine, and lightly holds everything together.

Each slice reveals vibrant red fruit that’s sweet, juicy, and lightly tart — a perfect balance.

Nutrition (approx per slice, 1/8 pie)

  • Calories: 230
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbs: 38g
  • Sugar: 23g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
    (Values will vary based on crust & toppings.)

Conclusion: For the lovers

This pie is for strawberry lovers, summer lovers, and sweet memory makers. It’s the kind of dessert that disappears quickly at gatherings because each bite is bursting with bright strawberry flavor. Lovers of classic, simple, fruit-forward desserts will find this pie utterly irresistible.

A final note

Make this pie when strawberries are at their best — ripe, fragrant, and bright red all the way through. It’s more than just a dessert; it’s a taste of summer in every bite. Serve it on a sunlit patio, share it with people you love, and let it become part of your own sweet traditions. ❤️

If you’d like, I can also give you variations (like with cream cheese, or a chocolate-dipped crust) — just say so! 🍓

Leave a Comment