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Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

A delightful Strawberry Rhubarb Pie with a perfect blend of sweet and tart filling and a flaky, buttery crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust:
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup ice water
  • For the Filling:
  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Make the Pie Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Chill the Dough: Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, flour, and salt. Gently toss to coat the fruit evenly. Stir in the lemon juice.
  • Roll Out the Bottom Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough discs into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim the edges, leaving about a 1-inch overhang.
  • Add the Filling: Pour the strawberry rhubarb mixture into the pie crust. Dot the top with the small pieces of butter.
  • Roll Out the Top Crust: Roll out the second dough disc into a 12-inch circle. Cut several slits in the dough to allow steam to escape during baking.
  • Cover the Pie: Carefully place the top crust over the filling. Trim the edges, leaving about a 1-inch overhang.
  • Crimp the Edges: Crimp the edges of the crust together to seal. You can use a fork to press around the edges or create a decorative crimp with your fingers.
  • Egg Wash and Sprinkle: Brush the top crust with the beaten egg (egg wash) and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  • Bake the Pie: Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Cool Completely: Let the Strawberry Rhubarb Pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.