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Strawberry Slab Pie

Easy Strawberry Slab Pie for Sweet Family Memories

This Easy Strawberry Slab Pie is a crowd-pleasing dessert, perfect for sweet family memories with fresh strawberries and zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 4 crusts Pie Crusts 2 packages; use homemade for richer flavor.
For the Filling
  • 3 pounds Fresh Strawberries About 7 cups; ripe and unblemished.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider light brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch Thickens the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds brightness; try orange zest for a twist.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice Enhances flavor; apple cider vinegar can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; almond extract is an alternative.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Brush on crust for a golden finish.
  • 1 tablespoon Coarse Sugar Optional; adds crunch and sweetness.

Equipment

  • jelly roll pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment, including a large jelly roll pan.
  2. Take three pie crusts and stack them, roll into a large rectangle (17x12 inches), and press into jelly roll pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring gently.
  4. Pour the strawberry filling into the crust-lined pan. Roll out the remaining crust, cut into shapes or strips, and place atop the filling.
  5. Brush the top crust with milk and sprinkle coarse sugar if desired. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden crust and bubbling filling.
  6. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store at room temperature for 24 hours, refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days, or freeze wrapped tightly for 3 months.

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