Ponchatoula Strawberry Pie

This delicious pie shows off succulent Louisiana strawberries.

Ponchatoula is known for its delicious strawberries, and its annual Strawberry Festival is one of our must-experience spring events. Enjoy some Louisiana berries in this simple yet tasty dessert featuring the state’s signature fruit. It is perfect for serving at spring gatherings!

Ingredients

1 baked 9-inch pie shells
1 quart fresh strawberries
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Method of preparation

  1. Arrange half of strawberries in baked pie shell.
  2. Mash remaining berries and combine with sugar in a medium saucepan. Place saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water. Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into boiling strawberry mixture. 
  4. Reduce heat and simmer until thick, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Pour mixture over berries in the pie shell. 
  6. Chill for at least 2 hours.  Take whipping cream and beat in a small bowl until peaks form.  Spread over top of chilled pie. Cut and serve!