Seasonal Strawberry Delight Pie with Creamy Topping
This Seasonal Strawberry Delight Pie celebrates the peak of strawberry season with its vibrant, aromatic flavors. It features a golden, flaky crust layered with fresh, juicy strawberries that are carefully arranged to create a picture-perfect dessert. The luscious strawberry filling, made from the ripest berries, is drizzled over the top in a generous layer, while a cloud of lightly whipped cream with a hint of vanilla adds the perfect finishing touch. This pie not only captivates the eyes but also delights the taste buds, making it a special treat for summertime gatherings, picnics, or family dinners. Indulge in the essence of summer with each slice of this exquisite pie that highlights the freshest strawberries of the season.
8
Servings
312
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pie crust
1 ((10 inch, ready-made or homemade))
Sliced almonds
2 tablespoons (toasted for flavor)
Strawberries
2 1/2 pints (hulled and sliced)
Granulated sugar
1 cup (for filling)
Cornstarch
4 tablespoons (for thickening)
Fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
Heavy cream
1 cup (well-chilled for whipping)
Icing sugar
1 teaspoon (for sweetening whipped cream)
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (pure extract)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust to 1/8 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface, and carefully fit it into a 10-inch glass pie plate, crimping the edges decoratively.
2
Chill the prepared pie crust in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
3
Once chilled, prick the pastry lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling. Line it with foil and fill with dry beans or pie weights.
4
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and beans. Sprinkle the bottom of the crust with toasted sliced almonds and return to the oven for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the almonds are golden brown. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
5
While the crust cools, prepare the strawberry filling. Hull and slice 1 pint of strawberries. In a saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup of water and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved, then let it simmer for 3 minutes.
6
In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch with 3/4 cup of water until smooth. Add the cornstarch mixture to the cooked strawberries and bring to a boil again, stirring continuously until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Finally, remove from heat and stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
7
Hull the remaining 1 1/2 pints of strawberries and arrange them beautifully in the cooled pie shell. Pour the warm strawberry mixture over the arranged strawberries, ensuring they are well coated.
8
Chill the pie in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours, or until set.
9
To prepare the whipped topping, in a chilled mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and icing sugar. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
10
Serve slices of the chilled strawberry pie with a generous dollop of whipped cream on top, and enjoy the fresh flavors of summer!
Nutrition Information
16g
Fat
44g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this strawberry recipe?
The recipe is for Seasonal Strawberry Delight Pie with Creamy Topping.
How many servings does this pie provide?
This pie provides 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 312 calories.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
What size pie plate should be used?
A 10-inch glass pie plate is recommended for this recipe.
How long should the pie crust chill before baking?
The crust should be chilled in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
How do you prevent the crust from bubbling during baking?
Prick the pastry lightly with a fork and line it with foil and pie weights.
When are the toasted almonds added to the crust?
Almonds are sprinkled on the bottom of the crust after the initial 10-minute blind bake.
How many total pints of strawberries are needed?
A total of 2 1/2 pints of strawberries are required.
How many strawberries are used for the cooked glaze?
One pint of strawberries is hulled and sliced for the cooked filling.
How much granulated sugar is in the filling?
The filling uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What thickening agent is used for the strawberry sauce?
4 tablespoons of cornstarch are used to thicken the sauce.
How much water is added to the cornstarch?
The cornstarch should be mixed with 3/4 cup of water until smooth.
What role does lemon juice play in the recipe?
1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice is added to the cooked strawberry mixture for flavor.
How long does the cornstarch mixture need to boil?
It should boil for 3-5 minutes while stirring continuously until thickened.
How are the fresh strawberries arranged in the pie?
The remaining 1 1/2 pints of strawberries are hulled and arranged beautifully in the cooled pie shell.
How long must the pie chill before serving?
The pie needs to chill in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours or until set.
What ingredients are in the whipped topping?
The topping is made from 1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon icing sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
What consistency should the whipped cream reach?
The cream should be beaten until soft peaks form.
How thick should the pie crust be rolled out?
The crust should be rolled to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
How much fat is in a single serving?
Each serving contains 16 grams of fat.
How many grams of carbohydrates are per slice?
There are 44 grams of carbohydrates per slice.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 3 grams of protein.
Is this recipe suitable for summer gatherings?
Yes, it is perfect for summertime gatherings, picnics, or family dinners.
Can I use a ready-made crust?
Yes, the recipe allows for either a 10-inch ready-made or homemade crust.
What type of vanilla extract is recommended?
The recipe specifies using pure vanilla extract.
How much icing sugar is used?
One teaspoon of icing sugar is used to sweeten the whipped cream.
How much water is combined with the sliced strawberries initially?
1/4 cup of water is combined with the first pint of sliced strawberries.
What is the total number of ingredients used?
The recipe requires 9 ingredients in total.
What tags are associated with this dessert?
Tags include strawberry pie, summer dessert, fresh fruit pie, and seasonal recipe.