Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fresh Strawberry Pie is a summertime classic that celebrates the natural sweetness and juiciness of ripe strawberries. With a crisp, flaky pie crust and a glossy strawberry glaze that holds the fruit together, this pie is both refreshing and indulgent. It’s the perfect no-fuss dessert for barbecues, potlucks, or a sunny afternoon treat.

ingredients

Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.

fresh strawberriesgranulated sugargelatin (unflavored)cornstarchwaterlemon juicepie crust (homemade or store-bought, pre-baked)whipped cream (optional, for topping)

directions

Wash and hull the strawberries. Set aside 2 cups of the best-looking whole strawberries for the top of the pie.

Mash or puree the remaining strawberries to make about 1 cup of strawberry puree.

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the strawberry puree, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and begins to boil.

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the gelatin and lemon juice until fully dissolved.

Let the glaze cool for about 10-15 minutes.

Arrange the whole strawberries in the pre-baked pie crust.

Pour the cooled glaze evenly over the berries, gently spreading it to coat.

Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until set.

Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields 1 standard 9-inch pie (8 slices).
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 4 hours
Total time: 4 hours 30 minutes

Variations

Use a graham cracker crust for a no-bake version.

Add a layer of cream cheese filling beneath the strawberries for extra richness.

Try mixing in blueberries or raspberries for a berry medley pie.

Garnish with mint leaves or lemon zest for a fresh twist.

storage/reheating

Store Fresh Strawberry Pie in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.
Freezing is not recommended as it can alter the texture of the strawberries and the glaze.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Fresh strawberries are best for this recipe to maintain texture and appearance.

Can I use flavored gelatin?

Unflavored gelatin is ideal to preserve the natural strawberry flavor, but you can experiment with strawberry-flavored gelatin for a sweeter variation.

What type of pie crust is best?

A buttery, flaky pastry crust works great, but graham cracker crust offers a delicious no-bake option.

Can I make this pie a day ahead?

Yes, in fact, making it a day in advance allows it to set perfectly.

Why is my glaze too runny?

Make sure to cook the puree mixture long enough for the cornstarch to activate and thicken properly.

Can I add more sugar?

Yes, adjust to your preferred level of sweetness, especially if your strawberries are tart.

Do I need to blind-bake the pie crust?

Yes, the crust must be fully baked and cooled before filling with the strawberries and glaze.

Conclusion

Fresh Strawberry Pie is the ultimate dessert to showcase summer’s finest berries. It’s simple to make, beautiful to serve, and absolutely bursting with fresh fruit flavor. One slice is never enough—this is a dessert that disappears fast, so be sure to grab yours before it’s gone!

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