Description
Sweet dreams come alive with this heavenly strawberry cream pie, a delightful dessert that marries luscious berries and silky cream. Summer’s finest flavors dance together, promising pure indulgence that will leave you craving another slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced (354 ml)
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (237 ml)
Sweetening Agents:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
Stabilizing and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (5 ml)
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin (6 g)
Instructions
- Craft the graham cracker foundation by baking until achieving a rich golden hue at 350°F, then allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Meticulously cleanse and segment strawberries, strategically preserving half for elegant garnishing.
- Gently meld sugar and gelatin in a saucepan over low temperature, ensuring complete dissolution while stirring continuously.
- Gradually incorporate heavy whipping cream, whisking attentively until the mixture transforms and thickens, approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and introduce vanilla extract, blending smoothly to enhance the flavor profile.
- Allow the creamy mixture to cool slightly, then tenderly fold most of the sliced strawberries into the filling.
- Transfer the luscious filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading evenly with a gentle touch.
- Carefully cover and nestle the pie in the refrigerator for a minimum of four hours, permitting complete setting and flavor melding.
- When ready to serve, artfully arrange the reserved strawberry slices atop the chilled pie for a visually stunning presentation.
- Slice with precision and indulge in this refreshing summer dessert.
Notes
- Customize the crust by using gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour for a low-carb alternative that maintains the delightful crunch.
- Enhance the flavor profile by adding a splash of Grand Marnier or orange liqueur to the filling for a sophisticated twist.
- Prevent soggy crust by lightly toasting the graham cracker base before adding the filling, creating a crisp foundation that holds up beautifully.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting coconut cream for heavy whipping cream and using agar-agar instead of gelatin for a vegan-friendly dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg