If you loved the desserts from the Big Boy’s restaurant, we have a copycat version for you. The delightful strawberry pie has an authentic homemade taste and is easy to prepare. With juicy strawberries and a jelly mixture that holds everything together, the pie is a real hit for the summer. Add a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream and a delicious dessert to wow your guests.
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While easy to make, the strawberry pie is one of the recipes that includes kids, too. I’m sure they will want to take part in preparing this yummy goodness. You can grab some juicy and mouth-watering strawberries at the farmer’s market together. Then, they can help wash and hull the fruits. The hardest part of making this pie is waiting to chill in the fridge before cutting a piece.
We used a frozen pie crust for convenience, resulting in a quick and easy prep process. If you love baking, feel free to bake your crust. We are eager to share the recipe with you, so let’s get started!
What makes this recipe so unique?
TStrawberrypie is a version of the famous recipe served in Big Boy’s restaurant. Its best feature is that it has a healthy homemade taste, unlike the frozen pies served in fast food chains. The ingredients are kept simple, and the preparation process is very straightforward. We used a frozen pie crust, but you can choose a homemade one if preferred.
Can I substitute frozen strawberries?
Fresh strawberries might not be available year-round; we get it. But remember that frozen strawberries might not be the ideal choice for making this recipe. Thawed strawberries lose their shape and become soft and mushy. Despite not looking aesthetically pleasing, the dripping liquid can moisten the pie crust and make it fall apart. It would be better to use fresh ripe strawberries for preparing the pie.
What to serve it with?
This dessert is perfect, but enhancing it with something creamy and sweet isn’t wrong. Serve your strawberry pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to brighten your day. You can also go with a dollop of vanilla yogurt to balance the juicy strawberries with the creamy hint.
Ingredients:
- Pie crust
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Strawberry jelly
- Strawberries
How tot make Big Boy’s Fresh Strawberry Pie:
Step 1. Prepare the frozen pie crust according to the instructions on the package. Let it cool down completely.
Step 2. Add sugar, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk well to combine.
Step 3. Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce it. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the cornstarch thickens the mixture.
Step 4. Add the strawberry jelly and combine well to combine. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 5. Add the sliced strawberries over the cooled pie crust. Top with the sugar mixture.
Step 6. Let the strawberry pie firm in the fridge for a few hours before cutting.
PrintBig Boy’s Fresh Strawberry Pie
If you loved the desserts from the Big Boy’s restaurant, we have a copycat version for you. The delightful strawberry pie has an authentic homemade taste and is easy to prepare. With juicy strawberries and a jelly mixture that holds everything together, the pie is a real hit for the summer.
Ingredients
- 1 frozen pie crust
- 1 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3 tbsp strawberry jelly
- 2 cups strawberries sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the frozen pie crust according to the instructions on the package. Let it cool down completely.
- Add sugar, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and reduce it. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the cornstarch thickens the mixture.
- Add the strawberry jelly and combine well to combine. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Add the sliced strawberries over the cooled pie crust. Top with the sugar mixture.
- Let the strawberry pie firm in the fridge for a few hours before cutting.
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Marie Rayner is a retired Chef, freelance writer, recipe developer, food blogger, and Cookbook author. She makes her home in Chester, UK, where she lives with her husband, Todd, and their much beloved English Cocker, Mitzie. Her motto is “Life is far too short to eat bad food,” and her goal is to share delicious and easy recipes which anyone can enjoy and cook in the comfort of their own home.