Big Boy’s Fresh Strawberry Pie

Here’s a classic take on Big Boy’s Fresh Strawberry Pie — the iconic diner dessert with that glossy, sweet strawberry glaze and fresh berries in a flaky crust. 🍓🥧

🍓 Big Boy-Style Fresh Strawberry Pie

🥧 Ingredients:

For the Pie:

• 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

• 1 ½ lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (about 4–5 cups)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup water

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 3 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 box (3 oz) strawberry Jell-O (for color and flavor)

• Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice (brightens flavor)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Bake the crust:

   • Bake pie crust according to package or recipe instructions. Let cool completely.

2. Make the glaze:

   • In a medium saucepan, whisk water, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.

   • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and becomes clear (5–7 min).

   • Remove from heat, stir in Jell-O powder until fully dissolved. Let glaze cool for about 15–20 minutes (not hot, but still pourable).

3. Assemble the pie:

   • Arrange strawberries in the cooled crust (tips up looks fancy, but piling works too).

   • Pour glaze evenly over the berries to coat them.

4. Chill:

   • Refrigerate the pie for 3–4 hours, or until glaze is fully set.

5. Serve:

   • Top with whipped cream, if desired. Slice and enjoy!

📝 Tips:

• For a lighter glaze, you can reduce the sugar slightly or use sugar-free Jell-O.

• Don’t pour hot glaze on strawberries — it’ll wilt them.

• This pie is best eaten within 2 days for freshest flavor and texture.

Want a version with a graham cracker crust or chocolate drizzle? I can tweak it!