Strawberry Glaze Pie - Master Cookbook Recipe # 484

Name: Strawberry Glaze Pie - Master Cookbook Recipe # 484
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 Pie crust; 2 lb. Fresh strawberries (cleaned and dried); 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional); 10 drops Red food coloring; Whipped cream or Cool Whip (for garnish); 1 cup Strawberries; 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar (divided: 1/2 cup + 1 cup); 3/4 cup Water; 4 Tbsp + 1 tsp Cornstarch; 1/4 tsp Salt

This Strawberry Glaze Pie is a vibrant and refreshing dessert that showcases fresh, juicy strawberries at their very best. A crisp, golden-brown prebaked crust is filled with chopped berries and then smothered in a glossy, homemade strawberry glaze that adds a punch of sweet, bright flavor. It’s a stunning, chilled treat that’s perfect for summer gatherings or any time you want a beautiful, fruit-forward dessert.

This is recipe #484 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 20 minTotal time: 20 min Cook Time: Crust: 25 min Cook Time: Glaze: 4 min

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Ingredients

1 Pie crust
2 lb. Fresh strawberries (cleaned and dried)
1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional)
10 drops Red food coloring
Whipped cream or Cool Whip (for garnish)
For the Glaze:
1 cup Strawberries
1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar (divided: 1/2 cup + 1 cup)
3/4 cup Water
4 Tbsp + 1 tsp Cornstarch
1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

Bake the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake the pie crust for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
Prep Berries: Remove stems from the 2 lbs. of strawberries. Chop them into 3/4-inch pieces, reserving a few whole ones for garnish.
Make Puree: Blend 1 cup of strawberries with 1/2 cup of sugar using a blender or stick blender until smooth.
Cook the Glaze: In a glass microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the water, cornstarch, salt, and the remaining 1 cup of sugar. Stir in the strawberry puree.
Thicken: Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Carefully remove and whisk thoroughly to ensure the cornstarch is fully incorporated. Microwave for another 2 minutes, or until it becomes a thick, clear glaze.
Finish & Chill: Whisk in the vanilla and food coloring. Allow the glaze to chill before assembling.
Assemble: Place the chopped strawberries into the prebaked crust and pour the chilled glaze evenly over the top. Garnish with whipped cream and reserved berries. Keep refrigerated.

Notes

Tammy's Tips: To ensure your glaze is perfectly smooth and clear, don't skip the step of whisking halfway through the microwave cooking time to prevent cornstarch clumps. It is also very important to let the glaze chill thoroughly before pouring it over the fresh berries so they stay firm and juicy. For the prettiest presentation, add your whipped cream garnish just before serving to keep everything looking fresh and bright!