Strawberry Recipe
Make Strawberry Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Crust
Topping
Method
Filling
- 1
Prepare the Strawberries
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Cut them into halves or quarters depending on their size.
- 2
Mix the Filling
In a bowl, combine the prepared strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Mix gently until the strawberries are evenly coated.
Crust
- 3
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Add Water
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
- 5
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
- 7
Prepare the Pie Dish
Transfer the rolled dough to a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges as desired.
- 8
Pre-Bake the Crust
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
Assembly and Topping
- 9
Fill the Crust
Once the crust is pre-baked, remove it from the oven and pour the strawberry filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Bake the Pie
Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. Top each slice with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.