Description
Strawberry Slab Pie is the perfect dessert for gatherings and family get-togethers, offering a buttery, flaky crust filled with a sweet, tangy strawberry mixture that’s ideal for serving a large crowd.
Ingredients
2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir to coat the strawberries evenly.
- Roll out one pie crust and fit it into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish or slab pie pan.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly. Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the strawberry filling. Trim any excess crust and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
- Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg to create a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to allow the filling to set.
Notes
Berry Mix: Add blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries to the strawberry filling for a fun twist.
Crust Options: Use store-bought pie crust for simplicity or make your own buttery dough for a homemade touch.
Spices: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warmer flavor, especially in fall.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Reheating: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg