Description
Succulent Big Boys Fresh Strawberry Pie delivers summer’s sweetest embrace in one luscious dessert. Crimson berries nestled in silky filling promise delightful moments of pure, refreshing indulgence you’ll savor with each blissful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
Thickening Agents:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 (3 ounces) package strawberry gelatin
Liquid Ingredient:
- 1 cup water
Topping (Optional):
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Carefully layer whole, vibrant strawberries in a pre-baked pie shell, creating an appealing geometric pattern that covers the entire base.
- Combine granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water in a medium saucepan, whisking continuously over medium-high heat until the mixture transforms into a glossy, thick consistency, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Immediately remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate strawberry gelatin powder, stirring until completely dissolved and achieving a brilliant red sheen.
- Gently cascade the warm gelatin glaze over the arranged strawberries, methodically ensuring complete and uniform coverage from edge to center.
- Transfer the pie to the refrigerator and allow it to set completely, typically requiring 2-3 hours until the glaze becomes firm and transparent.
- When ready to serve, optionally crown the pie with delicate swirls of whipped cream for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Swap white sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetness boost that complements the strawberries’ flavor.
- Ensure pie crust is completely cooled before adding strawberries to prevent soggy bottom and maintain crisp texture.
- Slice strawberries uniformly to create an elegant, professional-looking pie with consistent glaze coverage.
- Consider using sugar-free gelatin for a lower-calorie version that still provides a beautiful, glossy finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 151 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 76 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg