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 Strawberry Lattice Slice

A Strawberry Lattice Slice is a delightful dessert that features a sweet strawberry filling encased in a buttery crust with a beautiful lattice pattern on top. Here’s how to make this delicious treat

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water

For the Strawberry Filling:

• 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
   • Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
   • Divide the dough into two equal parts, shape them into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

2. Prepare the Strawberry Filling:

   • In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well and let it sit for about 15 minutes.

3. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

4. Assemble the Bottom Crust:

   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to fit the bottom and sides of the prepared baking pan.
   • Transfer the dough to the pan and press it evenly into the bottom and up the sides. Trim any excess dough.

5. Add the Strawberry Filling:

   • Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the bottom crust in the pan.

6. Create the Lattice Top:

   • Roll out the second disk of dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
   • Using a pastry cutter or knife, cut the dough into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
   • Arrange the strips over the strawberry filling in a lattice pattern, weaving them over and under each other. Trim any excess dough and press the edges to seal.

7. Apply the Egg Wash:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk.
   • Brush the egg wash over the lattice crust to give it a nice golden color when baked.

8. Bake:

   • Bake the strawberry lattice slice in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
   • If the crust is browning too quickly, cover the top loosely with aluminum foil.

9. Cool and Serve:

   • Allow the strawberry lattice slice to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
   • Once cooled, lift the slice out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and transfer it to a cutting board.
   • Slice into squares or rectangles and serve.

This Strawberry Lattice Slice is perfect for any occasion, offering a delicious and visually appealing dessert that's sure to impress. Enjoy!