How to Thicken Strawberry Pie

Cornstarch thickens strawberry pie effectively and easily.

While many materials can be used to thicken fruit juice, cornstarch is particularly effective. It thickens quickly and enhances the flavor of the fruit itself, which makes it an ideal choice for thickening strawberry pie. Prepare the pie one day in advance to ensure enough time for the filling to set before serving. Serve the pie alone or with whipped cream.

Things You'll Need

• Sharp knife
• 1 qt. fresh strawberries
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups sugar
• Saucepan
• 3 tbsp. cornstarch
• 3/4 cup water
• Baked pie shell

Instructions

1. Cut the strawberries into thin slices with a sharp knife. Cover the strawberries in 1/2 cup of sugar. Allow the strawberries to sit in the refrigerator overnight.

2. Drain the resulting juice from the berries into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Add an additional 1/2 to 1 cup of sugar to the juice and heat until simmering.

3. Mix 3 tbsp. of cornstarch with 3/4 cup of water and add to the saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes or until very thick. Remove the juice from the heat.

4. Place the berries in a baked pie shell. Pour the juice over the berries. Chill for several hours or overnight before serving.

References

• All Recipes: Strawberry Pie II
• Real Baking with Rose Levy Beranbaum: What is the Ideal Thickener for Fruit Pie?