“real” Strawberry Pie With French Cream Topping!

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Real Strawberry Pie With French Cream Topping recipe for your sweet craving
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

4 hours 50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs frozen strawberries
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
1 cup sugar
1 pinch salt
1 lb fresh strawberries , sliced thin
1 baked pie shells
4 ounces cream cheese , softened
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
417
Sugar
43g
Fat
24g
Real Strawberry Pie with French Cream Topping is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion, be it for a family dinner or any other celebration. The pie is made with a mixture of fresh and frozen strawberries, blended into a thick sauce. The pie has a velvety French cream topping, which adds a unique flavor and makes it stand out from other traditional pies. This dessert is ideal for strawberry lovers, as it showcases the flavor and texture of strawberries in all their glory. From its mixture of tangy strawberry sauce and perfectly creamy French topping to its golden pie crust, it's a decadent treat that you'll want to make again and again.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 400°F/200°C.
2.Take the baked pie shells and set them aside
3.In a saucepan, combine the frozen strawberries, lemon juice, and water over medium heat. Cook the mixture for 10-15 mins, stirring occasionally until the berries have broken down into a sauce-like consistency.
4.4. Add sugar to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil.
5.5. Remove the mixture from the heat then add salt and unflavored gelatin, stirring until all contents are dissolved
6.Add the fresh sliced strawberries to the mixture and stir until combined.
7.Pour the cooked strawberry mixture into the baked pie shell, and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours, or overnight.
8.Make the French cream topping by whipping together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the heavy cream while continuously whisking until stiff peaks form.
9.Spread the French cream topping over the chilled strawberry pie, ensuring it covers the top of the pie.
10.Serve chilled with garnished strawberries

PROS

This pie is sweet, tart with a velvety cream topping.
It’s perfect for your sweet craving or as a treat for visiting guests.

The strawberries in this recipe are a good source of vitamins C, B6, K, dietary fiber, folic acid, potassium, and amino acids.

CONS

The pie contains a high level of sugar, so it’s recommended in moderation for individuals with diabetes and those watching their sugar intake.

The pie crust is made with wheat flour, which may not be suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivity.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Strawberries are good sources of antioxidants and vitamins C, B6, K, dietary fiber, folic acid, potassium, and amino acids. Studies have shown that eating strawberries improve eye health, boost the immune system, reduce inflammation and circulation problems for people with high blood pressure.

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