Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with this Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe! Bursting with the sweetness of ripe strawberries and a smooth, luscious glaze, this pie is encased in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion or simply as a weeknight treat, it combines fresh ingredients and easy preparation to create a visually stunning dessert. The vibrant colors and refreshing flavors will impress family and friends alike, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or special celebrations. Whether you enjoy it chilled or at room temperature, this pie promises to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 3 pounds strawberries (hulled, divided)
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 tablespoons strawberry vegan gelatin
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Optional: 1 teaspoon unflavored vegan gelatin, 1 1/2 tablespoons water for stabilization
- 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Hull the strawberries and reserve half for slicing; blend the other half into a glaze.
- In a saucepan, whisk together water, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Heat until thickened, then stir in strawberry gelatin and lemon juice.
- Mix whole strawberries into the cooled glaze.
- Prepare your pie crust as directed; let cool completely.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the crust and chill for at least two hours until set.
- For whipped cream: Combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional gelatin if desired; beat until soft peaks form.
- Serve slices topped with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (143g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Choose ripe strawberries for optimal flavor. Consider using different fruits like blueberries for a mixed berry variation. Chill your mixing tools before whipping cream to achieve better texture.