Description
Big boys fresh strawberry pie blends sweet, tangy flavors into a classic summer dessert. Crisp graham cracker crust and juicy strawberries create a delightful treat you’ll savor with each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 quart (946 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch (23 cm) pie crust
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) cornstarch
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 3 tbsps strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Carefully layer whole, vibrant strawberries in a pre-baked pie shell, ensuring they are evenly distributed and create an attractive presentation.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water, creating a smooth base mixture.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, continuously stirring to prevent scorching, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately incorporate strawberry gelatin, stirring until completely dissolved and the mixture becomes a vibrant, translucent color.
- Gently pour the hot gelatin mixture over the arranged strawberries, making sure to cover them uniformly and fill any gaps between the fruits.
- Transfer the pie to the refrigerator and allow it to set completely, typically requiring 4-6 hours or overnight for optimal texture and flavor development.
- Before serving, optional garnish with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and additional sliced strawberries for enhanced visual appeal and taste.
Notes
- Select ripe, deep red strawberries at peak freshness for maximum flavor and vibrant color in your pie.
- Ensure cornstarch is fully dissolved and mixture is clear and thick to prevent a runny filling that won’t set properly.
- Cool the gelatin mixture slightly before pouring over strawberries to prevent berries from breaking down or becoming mushy.
- Consider using sugar-free gelatin and a low-carb pie crust for a diabetic-friendly or keto-adapted version of this classic dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 48 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg