Piled High Strawberry Pie
A simple, sweet, and refreshing strawberry pie, piled high with fresh strawberries and topped with a glossy glaze. A perfect summer dessert!
Equipment
- Pie crust (graham cracker, store-bought or homemade)
- mixing bowl
Ingrediënten
For the strawberry glaze:
- ½ cup 120 ml water
- 1 cup 250 g mashed strawberry pulp
- 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons 24 g cornstarch
- A few drops of red food coloring optional
For the filling:
- 3 pounds 1365 g fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
- 1 graham cracker pie crust store-bought or homemade
Instructies
To make the glaze:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, mashed strawberry pulp, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for about 2 minutes, or until thick and translucent.
- If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring for a vibrant glaze.
- Set aside to cool.
- Slice large strawberries in half, and leave smaller strawberries whole.
- Once the glaze has cooled, toss the strawberries with the glaze to coat evenly.
- Pile the glazed strawberries into the graham cracker pie crust.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
- Serve with a dollop of nondairy whipped topping, if desired.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
For extra flavor, garnish with fresh mint leaves or a drizzle of dairy-free chocolate sauce.
Wine Advice:
A light, fruity rosé or sparkling wine complements the sweetness of the strawberries and enhances the fresh flavors of the pie.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 52 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 7 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 38 g | Salt: 0.1 g
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