Strawberry Pie Recipe
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Strawberry Pie Recipe
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This Strawberry Pie features fresh sliced strawberries arranged over a pre-baked shortbread crust and covered with a thickened gelatin-based filling made with sugar, cornstarch, and strawberry-flavored gelatin. The filling sets in the refrigerator, creating a shiny, sweet topping that complements the tartness of the berries. The pie pairs well with light desserts or can be served as a refreshing summer treat.
Description
The Strawberry Pie Recipe uses fresh strawberries sliced and layered in a shortbread crust. The filling is prepared by thickening sugar and cornstarch in boiling water, then mixing in vanilla, lemon juice, and strawberry-flavored gelatin. Once the filling cools to room temperature, it is poured over the arranged strawberries to coat them evenly. The pie is chilled until set, which typically takes about 1½ to 2 hours. The resulting pie balances the fresh fruit's brightness with a soft, gelled sweetness that holds the berries in place and gives the dessert a glossy finish.
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Ingredients
- 2 quarts strawberry fresh
- 3/4 /4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water boiling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 (3-ounce) package gelatin strawberry flavored
- 1 shortbread pie crust pre-baked
Instructions
- Wash strawberries and pat dry with paper towels. Hull and slice in half. Set aside.
- Whisk together sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add boiling water, whisking until it has thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract, lemon juice and strawberry gelatin. Allow to cool completely to room temperature.
- Place strawberries into pre-baked shortbread crust and arrange to the final result you would like for your strawberry pie. Pour the cooled filling over top of the strawberries, being sure to coat them completely. Refrigerate until the strawberry pie has completely set, about 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
403kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
56g
(19%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.03g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
(2%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
49mg
(16%)
Sodium
165mg
(7%)
Potassium
323mg
(7%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
30g
(60%)
Vitamin A
23IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
111mg
(123%)
Calcium
40mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 403kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 165mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 111mg | 123% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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