Description
Sweet summer memories bloom in this classic Strawberry Pie, where ruby-red berries nestle in a buttery, flaky crust. Fresh strawberries and silky cream create a dessert that transports you to sun-drenched gardens and delightful afternoon treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 (3 ounces) package strawberry gelatin
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
Thickening Agents:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Liquid Ingredient:
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Craft a velvety foundation by whisking sugar, cornstarch, and water in a medium saucepan until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Activate the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, until it transforms into a thick, glossy consistency with gentle bubbling.
- Instantly remove the pan from heat and incorporate strawberry gelatin, stirring vigorously to ensure complete dissolution and a uniform crimson hue.
- Allow the gelatin mixture to cool and slightly thicken for approximately 10 minutes, developing a more substantial texture.
- Delicately integrate fresh strawberries into the cooled gelatin, gently folding to guarantee each berry is elegantly enrobed with the vibrant coating.
- Transfer the strawberry-studded filling into a pre-baked pie crust, carefully distributing the mixture to create an even, luscious layer.
- Carefully place the pie in the refrigerator, permitting it to set and solidify for a minimum of 4 hours, ensuring a perfectly stable filling.
- When ready to serve, retrieve the chilled pie and optionally crown it with billowing clouds of whipped cream for an extra luxurious presentation.
Notes
- Cornstarch acts as a thickening agent, ensuring the pie filling reaches a perfect, glossy consistency without becoming runny.
- Fresh strawberries work best when they’re ripe, sweet, and at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture integration.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pie crust or create a nut-based crust using crushed almonds or graham crackers.
- Reduce sugar content by using a sugar-free gelatin and replacing some sugar with natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lighter dessert option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg