Best Old-Fashioned Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Recipe (2024)

Looking for the perfect homemade pie? Look no further than this strawberry rhubarb pie recipe! Equal parts tart and sweet, the mouthwatering filling is made without tapioca and is packed with juicy strawberries, tart rhubarb, and a touch of orange zest.

Even better, this pie is simple and easy to make. It’s the perfect way to use up fresh (or frozen) strawberries and rhubarb!

I’ve tried dozens of rhubarb pie recipes throughout the years, and THIS is the one I keep coming back to over and over again! In fact, this is the same recipe I made with my mom when I was young, so it’s absolutely withstood the test of time!

And yes, we call it “The Best Strawberry Rhubarb Pie” because it’s THAT good.I haven’t met a person yet who doesn’t like it (Save for my brother, who doesn’t like strawberries. But he’s just weird. Who doesn’t like strawberries?!!)

Did I mention this juicy homemade pie is super easy to make? It only takes a few minutes to put together and 45 minutes in the oven.

Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

This strawberry rhubarb pie recipe will make enough for a nice, big, juicy 9″ pie.

• 2 – 9″ Pie crusts – One for the bottom and one for the top. You can make your own or buy a ready-made pie crust from the store. My favorite homemade pie crust is The Pioneer Woman’s flaky crust)
• Sugar
• All-purpose flour – Use a gluten-free blend if needed – we use King Arthur or Bob’s Red Mill.
• Orange peel
• Rhubarb
• Strawberries – Either fresh or frozen works. If you opt for frozen berries, make sure they are thawed out first, and pat them down with a paper towel so your filling isn’t watery.
• Butter

And that’s it! I told you this is a simple strawberry rhubarb pie without tapioca or other fancy ingredients.

Equipment

Besides the usual necessary tools like a mixing bowl and spoon, you’ll also need a pie plate and rolling pin (if your pie crust isn’t rolled out already).

I also highly recommend buying a pie shield! It’s a baking essential in my kitchen and worth every penny of the $10 cost. Here’s a link to one that’s similar to mine: Norpro Silicone Pie Crust Shield.

Lastly, you’ll also want a grater or zester for your orange peel!

How to make strawberry rhubarb pie

First, heat your oven to 425°.

Meanwhile, chop your rhubarb into small pieces, then slice your strawberries.

Next, gently toss the strawberries and rhubarb together.

Place one of the pie crusts into your pie plate.

Then, spoon half the strawberries and rhubarb mixture into the bottom.

In a separate bowl, stir the sugar, flour, and zested orange peel together.

Sprinkle half the flour mixture over the strawberry rhubarb that’s in the pie crust.

Now, repeat with the remaining strawberries/rhubarb and flour mixture so you have 2 layers.

Next, dot the top with the sliced butter.

Cover with the second pie crust. Pinch the edges together and crimp with a fork or your fingers.

Cut 3-4 slits in the top with a knife and sprinkle with a little sugar.

Then, cover the edges of the pie with a pie shield or strips of foil. This will keep the edges of the pie crust from getting too brown or burnt.

Now, bake your homemade strawberry rhubarb pie for 40-50 minutes or until the crust is just browned and juice is beginning to bubble through the slits in the top.

Tip: If you’re unsure whether your pie is done or not, you can carefully poke a fork through one of the holes and test if the rhubarb is baked enough. It will be soft and juicy when done.

Allow your pie to cool, then slice and serve.

Note: If you serve the pie right away, it will likely be runnier. We often eat it that way (because my family is too impatient to let it fully cool), but if you can wait, it will thicken up a bit.

You can top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired. Or serve your fresh, homemade strawberry rhubarb pie all by itself.

Enjoy!

Storage

If you have any leftover pie, place a pie dome over the top or loosely cover it with aluminum foil. It will stay good on your counter for 1-2 days.

FAQs

Can I make this pie gluten free?

Yes!! If you’re gluten-free, like my family is, this recipe is a breeze to tweak.

1. First, swap the pie crust for your favorite gluten-free version. While you can buy GF crust in stores (usually in the freezer section), I’ll often make my own just for fun. This gluten free pie crust recipe has worked well for us!
2. Secondly, use your favorite GF all-purpose flour instead of regular AP flour.
3. Lastly, you’ll want to lower the temperature slightly. For a gluten-free pie, heat it to 400° rather than 425°.

And that’s it! You now have a fabulous gluten free strawberry rhubarb pie recipe you can bake and enjoy!

How do you choose rhubarb?

Just like any fruit or vegetable, there are good selections of rhubarb, and there are not-so-good. It’s pretty simple to choose good rhubarb.

Look for firm, crisp stalks. If you can break it with that nice crispy sound, it’s probably a good piece of rhubarb.

Limp rhubarb is a sign it’s past its prime. One note – do not eat rhubarb leaves as they contain a toxin.

What does rhubarb taste like?

If you haven’t tried it before, you are in for a treat! Rhubarb is quite tart and has a good amount of tang to it, similar to a lemon or lime, but with a fruity undertone.

Most people find it too tart to eat raw, which is why it is often paired with fruit and baked, like this recipe!

Are you not a fan of rhubarb? I’d still encourage you to give this a try! In fact, I’ve had a couple of people tell me that while they normally can’t stand rhubarb, they loved this pie.

More recipes with rhubarb

Looking for even more rhubarb recipes? Here are 3 tasty desserts for you to enjoy!

• Rhubarb Upside Down Cake
• Rhubarb Custard Bars
• Rhubarb Spice Cake with Fresh Spiced Whipped Cream

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