Best Strawberry Pie Recipe

Learn how to make the absolute best fresh strawberry pie thanks to a silky, gelatin-free, perfectly balanced glaze that makes the berries sing!

Homemade Strawberry Pie

I’ve cracked the code to the perfect fresh strawberry pie. It took a lot of trial and error, but I finally figured out how to balance fresh berries with just enough sweetness in the glaze to make every forkful even more irresistible than the last.

The trick is to blend real strawberries right into the glaze! Combined with the double-decker strawberry setup, every bite is bursting with irresistible juicy flavor, making this the best strawberry pie recipe you’ve ever tried.

This recipe only requires 5 basic ingredients—no gelatin! The blended glaze still sets beautifully for a silky pie you’ll want to make again and again.

Why You’ll Love This Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe

• Gelatin-free glaze
• Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor
• Store-bought crust saves time
• Sets in the refrigerator
• Visually stunning
• Natural sweetness

Ingredients for Fresh Strawberry Pie

• Fresh strawberries
• Granulated sugar
• Cornstarch
• Water 
• Pie crust

Best Strawberry Pie Recipe Tools

• Pie pan
• Food processor or blender
• Saucepan
• Small bowl
• Whisk

How to Make Fresh Strawberry Pie

A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Allow the pie crust to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. 

STEP TWO: Unroll the pie crust and place it in the pie pan, crimping the edges. Poke the bottoms and sides of the crust with a fork. 

STEP THREE: Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Allow the pie crust to cool completely. You can use pie weights to help keep the pie crust flat.

STEP FOUR: Wash the strawberries, cut the tops off, and cut the strawberries in half. 

STEP FIVE: Line the bottom of the pie crust with the cut strawberries, flat side down. 

STEP SIX: Measure out 10 ounces of strawberries and place them in a food processor or blender. Blend until the strawberries are smooth. 

STEP SEVEN: Add the blended strawberries and the sugar to a small saucepan. Stir and bring the strawberries to a boil. 

STEP EIGHT: In a small bowl, make the cornstarch slurry by whisking the cornstarch and water together until smooth. 

Gradually whisk the slurry into the boiling strawberries. Allow it to return to a boil, then simmer for 1-2 minutes while it thickens. Remove from the heat. 

STEP NINE: Take ½ of the filling and fill in between the strawberries.

Layer the rest of the strawberries on top of the first layer, then cover with the remaining filling, making sure to get in between the strawberries.

Brush the tops of any strawberries sticking out with the filling. 

STEP TWELVE: Place the pie in the refrigerator, allow it to chill, and set for 3 hours. 

STEP THIRTEEN: Slice and serve with homemade whipped cream if you’d like!

Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe Substitutions

• Swap out granulated sugar for honey or maple syrup for a more nuanced sweetness.
• Make your own 3-ingredient pie crust instead of using store-bought. You can even use a graham cracker crust instead too! 
• Add lemon zest to this recipe for fresh strawberry pie for a bright, citrus note that elevates the berries’ natural flavors.

Recipe for Fresh Strawberry Pie tips

• Dry the strawberries thoroughly after washing to prevent a watery filling.
• Blend the strawberries until perfectly smooth for the silkiest glaze.
• Let the baked pie crust cool completely before adding the strawberry filling to prevent sogginess.
• Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to allow the filling to set properly and ensure clean slices.
• Garnish with fresh whipped cream just before serving for an extra layer of creaminess.

How to Serve this recipe for Strawberry Pie

This pie is an absolute showstopper all on its own, but I’d never turn down a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!

For a festive touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves or additional fresh strawberries.

How to Store Homemade Strawberry Pie

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I recommend enjoying as soon as possible to really maximize the freshness of the berries.

Can you freeze strawberry pie?

Unfortunately, this pie does not freeze very well. The thawing process can alter the texture of the fresh strawberries and make the crust soggy.

Best Strawberry Pie Recipe FAQs

Why does my strawberry pie get watery?

Excess moisture from strawberries can seep into the pie, especially if the berries are overly ripe or were not drained properly. 

Using the cornstarch slurry and letting the blended strawberries simmer will help thicken the filling and reduce wateriness.

How do you cut strawberries for a pie?

For this fresh strawberry pie recipe, halving the strawberries helps them fit snugly in the crust while leaving room for the glaze to fill in.

How to make a fruit pie without a soggy bottom?

Pre-baking or “blind baking” the crust until golden allows it to get nice and crispy so it won’t absorb moisture from the filling and become soggy. 

You also want to cool the crust completely before adding the filling to avoid sogginess.

What thickens fruit pie filling?

This recipe for strawberry pie uses cornstarch as the thickener. It helps create a clear, glossy filling that’s firm enough to slice but will still melt in your mouth!