Description
This homemade strawberry rhubarb pie is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, featuring a flaky golden crust filled with juicy strawberries and tangy rhubarb – a classic spring and summer dessert favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
- 2 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, mixing just until dough forms. Divide in half, shape into disks, wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat as well.
- In a large bowl, combine strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla. Stir well and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Roll out one dough disk and fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim edges and fill with fruit mixture.
- Roll out the second disk and cut into strips for a lattice or cover fully and vent. Seal and crimp the edges.
- Whisk egg and milk together, then brush over the top crust. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if using.
- Place pie on the preheated baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake another 35-40 minutes until filling is bubbly and crust is golden.
- Cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm rhubarb and ripe strawberries for best results.
- Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly.
- Pie is best the day it’s made but can be stored at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerated for 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg