Big Boy’s Strawberry Pie Recipe
Ingredients: Pie Crust Components:
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 4 ounces Butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Strawberry Filling Components:
- 1 cup Water
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Food Coloring
- 1 quart Fresh Strawberries, washed, stemmed, and dried
- 1 pint Whipped Cream, for topping
Instructions: Creating the Pie Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, blend flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well-mixed.
- Firmly press this mixture into the base and sides of a 9-inch pie pan, ensuring even coverage.
- Prick the crust all over with a fork.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until it turns light brown. Let it cool completely.
Preparing the Strawberry Filling:
- While the crust is baking, combine water, granulated sugar, salt, cornstarch, and red food coloring in a small saucepan.
- Cook this mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Allow this mixture to cool.
- Once the crust is cool, arrange the strawberries in it and pour the cooled glaze over them.
- Refrigerate the pie until the glaze sets.
- Serve each slice with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Enjoy your homemade Big Boy Strawberry Pie, a sweet treat that’s sure to be a hit with family and friends!”
