Description
Sweet strawberry cream pie brings together luscious fruit and silky smooth filling in a buttery graham cracker crust. Summer’s favorite dessert delivers pure pleasure with each creamy, fruity bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds strawberries (washed, hulled, and dried)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 baked pie crust (completely cooled)
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, divided
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest from ½ lemon (optional)
Thickening and Gel Agents:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 ounces (85 grams) strawberry gelatin
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Craft a luxurious cream base by whipping softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until silky and uniform in texture.
- Integrate heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract, beating vigorously until the mixture forms sturdy, glossy peaks.
- Enhance the cream with delicate lemon zest for a subtle citrus undertone, gently folding to maintain the whipped texture.
- Spread the velvety cream mixture across the pre-chilled pie crust, creating an even, smooth foundation.
- Design an elegant strawberry landscape by meticulously arranging fresh strawberries – alternate between whole and sliced berries for visual intrigue.
- Construct a vibrant strawberry glaze by combining water, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan, whisking continuously over medium heat.
- Allow the mixture to bubble and thicken, transforming from cloudy to translucent within 1-2 minutes of constant stirring.
- Incorporate strawberry gelatin off the heat, stirring until completely dissolved and creating a lustrous, ruby-hued glaze.
- Tenderly drizzle the cooled glaze over the arranged strawberries, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours, allowing the layers to set and flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled, revealing a stunning dessert that promises a symphony of creamy, fruity indulgence.
Notes
- Chilling is crucial for achieving the perfect creamy texture and allowing the glaze to set completely.
- Create a stunning visual presentation by strategically layering strawberries with whole and sliced varieties.
- Whip the cream mixture until stiff peaks form to ensure a light, airy, and stable cream cheese filling.
- The homemade strawberry glaze adds a professional touch and locks in the fresh fruit’s vibrant color and flavor.
- For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to guarantee a smooth, lump-free cream layer.
- Serve chilled for maximum flavor and optimal slicing, keeping the pie refrigerated until just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 186 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg