Patriotic Pie
Celebrate the spirit of red, white, and blue with this delightful Patriotic Pie, a visually stunning and irresistibly delicious dessert perfect for any patriotic holiday or summer gathering. Featuring a golden, flaky premade pie crust as its base, this no-bake centerpiece layers creamy vanilla pudding blended with fluffy whipped cream for a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth "white" layer. Juicy strawberries coated in a sweet glaze and a generous helping of plump, fresh blueberries complete the “red and blue” topping, creating a striking color contrast that's as eye-catching as it is appetizing. With just 30 minutes of prep and minimal baking required, this pie is as easy to assemble as it is to devour. Ideal for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or any occasion that demands a festive dessert, Patriotic Pie is a surefire crowd-pleaser that perfectly marries taste and tradition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package Premade pie crust
- 2 cups Strawberries
- 2 cups Blueberries
- 1 cup Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Water
- 3.4 ounces Vanilla pudding mix (instant)
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- 1 egg wash Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the premade pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim and crimp the edges as desired.
Place a sheet of parchment paper over the pie crust and fill it with pie weights or dried beans to blind bake the crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes, then carefully remove the weights and parchment paper. Brush the crust with egg wash and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
Wash and hull the strawberries, then cut them into halves or quarters depending on their size. Wash the blueberries and set both fruits aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 0.5 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens into a gel-like consistency (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before tossing it with the strawberries to coat them evenly.
Separately, prepare the vanilla pudding by whisking the instant pudding mix with cold milk according to package directions. Once thickened, carefully fold in the whipped cream to create a light, creamy base.
Spread the vanilla pudding mixture evenly over the cooled pie crust to form the white layer.
Arrange the coated strawberries on one half of the pie and the fresh blueberries on the other half, creating a red and blue division to resemble a patriotic theme.
Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow it to set.
Slice and enjoy your festive Patriotic Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 166 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
