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Easy Summer Desserts for a Crowd: 10 Ultimate Recipes


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

A delicious Strawberry Slab Pie that’s perfect for summer gatherings. Easy to make and a guaranteed crowd pleaser.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 6 8 tablespoons ice water
  • 6 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and almond extract. Gently toss to combine and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough into a large rectangle, approximately 12×16 inches. Carefully transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the dough, leaving about a 1 inch border. Roll out the second disc of dough and cut into strips for a lattice top, or drape it whole and cut vents.
  6. Bake the Pie: Brush the crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 45 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool completely on the baking sheet before slicing and serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg