Description
Sweet summer strawberries dance through this classic Strawberry Pie, promising a delightful dessert that celebrates seasonal produce. Crisp buttery crust cradles glossy red berries, inviting you to savor each delectable bite of homemade comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
Sweeteners and Thickeners:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 (3 ounces) package strawberry gelatin
Liquid:
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Choose plump, vibrant strawberries at peak ripeness for maximum flavor intensity.
- Combine sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan, whisking thoroughly to eliminate lumps.
- Heat mixture over medium temperature, continuously stirring to prevent scorching, until it transforms into a glossy, thickened consistency that bubbles gently.
- Remove saucepan from heat source and incorporate strawberry gelatin, stirring until completely integrated and smooth.
- Allow glaze to cool slightly, preventing strawberry breakdown when mixing.
- Gently fold fresh strawberries into the gelatin mixture, ensuring even coating without crushing delicate fruit.
- Transfer strawberry mixture into prepared pie shell, distributing evenly and creating an appetizing surface.
- Refrigerate pie for minimum 4 hours, allowing gelatin to set and flavors to meld completely.
- Before serving, optionally crown pie with billowy whipped cream or a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream for enhanced indulgence.
Notes
- Pick super ripe, deep red strawberries for maximum sweetness and intense flavor.
- Chill the pie completely to ensure the filling sets perfectly and slices cleanly.
- Swap traditional crust with gluten-free graham cracker base for dietary restrictions.
- Enhance dessert’s richness by adding a layer of cream cheese beneath strawberry filling for extra creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg