Description
A classic and refreshing dessert made with a buttery crust, sweet strawberries, and a glossy glaze, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 1 (3 oz) package strawberry gelatin
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare and cool the pre-baked pie crust according to package or recipe directions.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch. Add water and lemon juice (if using) and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens and becomes clear, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in strawberry gelatin until fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Arrange the halved strawberries in the cooled pie crust.
- Pour the cooled gelatin mixture evenly over the strawberries, ensuring all are coated.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve chilled with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for best flavor.
- You can substitute homemade pie crust for store-bought if preferred.
- Add a touch of lemon zest to the glaze for extra brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg