Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with this irresistible Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe. This delightful dessert features a crisp pie crust filled with juicy, ripe strawberries coated in a luscious glaze made from a blend of sugar and strawberry gelatin. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors, this pie is perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat at home. Easy to prepare ahead of time, it’s an effortless addition to any dessert table. Top it off with whipped cream for an extra layer of indulgence, and enjoy a slice of summer any day of the year!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 3 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and divided
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons strawberry vegan gelatin (powdered Jell-O)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to pie crust instructions.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix water, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until dissolved. Add strawberry gelatin and whisk until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice; let cool slightly.
- Slice half the strawberries and layer them in the prepared pie crust. Pour the cooled glaze over the strawberries and top with remaining whole berries.
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe over the pie.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg