Ingredients and Weight:
- 9-inch pie crust, store-bought or homemade
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges. Pour the strawberry filling into the crust.
- Dot the strawberry filling with the cold butter cubes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and heavy cream. Brush the egg wash over the top crust of the pie.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling and thickened.
- Let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8th of the pie):
* Calories: 320
* Fat: 14g
* Saturated Fat: 7g
* Carbohydrates: 45g
* Sugar: 30g
* Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tart strawberry filling
- Flaky and buttery crust
- Classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion
User Comments:
- "This pie is absolutely delicious! The strawberry filling is perfectly balanced, and the crust is so flaky and buttery."
- "I loved how easy this pie was to make. I'm not a professional baker, but it turned out perfect."
- "This is the best strawberry pie I've ever had. It's so flavorful and satisfying."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a pie crust, you can use a graham cracker or shortbread crust.
- To prevent the crust from overbrowning, cover the edges with foil halfway through baking.
- Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
