Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
This version of the classic Strawberry Rhubarb Pie has less refined sugar, while still celebrating the flavors of summer.
Servings: 8
1 Large Bowl
1 Sharp knife
1 Cutting board
1 Spatula
1 Pie Dish
1 Rolling Pin
- 1 Pie Crust Dough (2 rolls)
- 2 1/2 cups Fresh rhubarb, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
- 3 1/4 cups Fresh strawberries, sliced or quarterd
- 1/4 cup Brown sugar
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/2 lemon zested and juiced
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 egg Egg, beaten for egg wash + water
- Cane sugar, coarse and sprinkled on crust
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, gently combine strawberries, rhubarb, sugars, salt, cornstarch, lemon juice and lemon zest, and vanilla using a soft silicone spatula.Roll out one pie crust and gently use a rolling pin to smooth out. Place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour filling into the crust. Dot top with butter cubes.Add second crust by creating a lattice design (by cutting strips of second roll and laying one row across and then the other strips crosswise) or top with full crust with 4 vents over filling. Using a pastry brush, brush with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with coarse cane sugar. Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F. Reduce heat to 350°F and continue baking for 35–40 minutes, until the filling is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Cool before slicing. Serve with vanilla, strawberry ice cream or whipped cream. Enjoy!