Classic Strawberry Pie

 Classic Strawberry Pie

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins
Chill Time: 2–4 hours
Total Time: About 3 hours
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

For the filling:

• 1 cup (240ml) water

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 3 tablespoons cornstarch

• 3 tablespoons strawberry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)

• 1½ lbs (about 700g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved

Instructions:

1. Make the Glaze
   In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick (about 3–5 minutes).
   Remove from heat, stir in gelatin and lemon juice until dissolved. Let it cool slightly.

2. Prepare Strawberries
   Wash, dry, and hull strawberries. Cut large berries in half.

3. Assemble the Pie
   Arrange strawberries in the pre-baked pie crust. Pour warm glaze evenly over strawberries. Use a spoon or brush to coat them well.

4. Chill to Set
   Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until glaze is set and pie is firm.

5. Serve
   Slice and serve as-is or with whipped cream!

Tips:

• Use ripe, firm strawberries for best texture.

• Want a fresher pie? Add mint leaves or a layer of vanilla pastry cream under the berries.

• Try a graham cracker crust or almond flour crust for a twist.