This easy strawberry pie recipe is the perfect treat for any occasion, especially when fresh strawberries are in season.
With a flaky crust, sweet filling, and a burst of fruity goodness, it’s a simple yet indulgent dessert that everyone will love.
No need for complicated techniques or hours in the kitchen—just a few ingredients and some love, and you’ll have a pie that’s sure to impress.
Let’s dive into this sweet and refreshing recipe!
STRAWBERRY PIE:
• 1 baked deep dish pie shell
• 6 cups sliced fresh strawberries, divided
• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon butter
CREAM CHEESE WHIPPED TOPPING:
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Slice strawberries.
- Mash some of the strawberries until you have 1 cup mashed.
- Place the remaining strawberries into the baked pie shell. Place into the refrigerator for later use.
- Place 1 cup mashed strawberries into a large saucepan.
- Stir in sugar, water, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
- Bring to a boil and cook 1 minute until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted.
- Allow mixture to cool, 1 hour.
- Pour cooled mixture over the strawberries.
- Return pie to the fridge until set, about 4 hours.
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat heavy cream with cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Transfer to a piping bag to pipe designs onto finished pie, or serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream.
