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Simple Strawberry Pie

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This homemade strawberry pie is bursting with fresh, juicy berries and a buttery, flaky crust made from scratch. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a sweet and simple dessert everyone will love!
Servings 8 slices

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter very cold, cut into small cubes
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water

Filling

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Whipped cream for serving optional

Instructions
 

Crust

  • Chill the butter and water for at least 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the flour and salt.
  • Add cold butter cubes and cut into the flour using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add 3 tablespoons ice water, stirring gently with a fork. Add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until dough comes together.
  • Shape the dough into a ball, flatten it into a 1-inch thick disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
  • Transfer dough to a 9-inch pie pan, pressing gently to remove air pockets. Trim and crimp the edges.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Remove weights and parchment, then bake for another 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool crust completely before adding filling.

Filling

  • Rinse and dry strawberries, hull them, and slice into even pieces.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water and lemon juice.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles (about 5-7 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and gently fold in strawberries. Let the mixture cool slightly.
  • Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.