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The Old Boy’s Strawberry Pie Recipe

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The Old Boy’s Strawberry Pie is a cherished summertime classic featuring a luscious strawberry filling topped with a buttery crumb topping. This unique pie, inspired by family tradition, combines fresh strawberries with a delicate, nutmeg-spiced crumb and a flaky 9-inch pastry crust, baked to golden perfection. Bursting with vibrant flavors and a delightful texture contrast, it’s a must-try dessert for strawberry lovers.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 (9-inch) unbaked pastry pie crust

Filling

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Topping

  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dotting on top (about 15 pea-sized pieces)
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a drip pan on the lowest rack to catch any pie juices that might bubble over during baking.
  2. Prepare Pie Crust: Press the unbaked pastry pie crust evenly into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring it fits snugly along the edges.
  3. Make the Topping: In a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup sugar, ¾ cup flour, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Mix together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy; then set aside.
  4. Prepare the Filling: Place the 4 cups of hulled strawberries into a large bowl. In a separate small bowl, mix ½ cup sugar, ½ cup flour, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Gently fold this dry mixture into the strawberries to lightly coat them without crushing the berries.
  5. Assemble the Pie: Pour the coated strawberries into the prepared pie crust, mounding them slightly in the center because the berries will settle during baking. Evenly distribute the crumb topping over the strawberries. Dot the topping with about 15 pea-sized pieces of unsalted butter. To prevent the pie crust edges from burning, wrap them with foil.
  6. Bake the Pie: Bake the pie at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Then reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 40 minutes longer.
  7. Finish Baking: With 10 minutes remaining in the baking time, sprinkle a little extra sugar over the crumb topping to add sweetness and a bit of sparkle. Finish baking until the crust is golden and filling is bubbly.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool before slicing to allow the filling to set perfectly. Enjoy this delightful, nostalgic strawberry crumb pie at room temperature or lightly chilled.

Notes

  • Wrap the pie crust edges with foil to prevent over-browning during the long baking period.
  • Be gentle when mixing the filling to avoid crushing the strawberries, preserving their texture.
  • The pea-sized pieces of butter on top are not included in the nutrition estimate, as their quantity may vary.
  • For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries to maximize flavor and sweetness.
  • You can sprinkle extra sugar on the crumb topping partway through baking to enhance the crust’s sweetness and texture.

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