This deep dish strawberry pie recipe is a delightful treat that combines the freshness of ripe strawberries with a flaky pie crust. Perfect for a summer dessert or special occasion, this pie is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries until they are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the pie crust.
- Cover with a second pie crust, crimping the edges to seal.
- Make several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Strawberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, making this pie a healthy dessert option.
The deep dish style of this pie allows for more filling, making every bite bursting with strawberry flavor.