Real Strawberry Pie with French Cream Topping
Indulge in the summery delight of Real Strawberry Pie with French Cream Topping, a dessert that combines the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries with a luscious, velvety cream topping. This pie starts with a perfectly baked 9-inch crust, brimming with juicy, sweet-tart strawberries encased in a glossy homemade glaze. What sets this recipe apart is the decadent French cream topping—a luscious blend of whipped heavy cream, smooth cream cheese, vanilla, and powdered sugar—that adds a rich, creamy contrast to the fruit-filled base. With minimal prep time and a striking presentation, this pie is perfect for warm-weather gatherings or any occasion that calls for a show-stopping dessert. Garnish with extra strawberries for a picture-perfect finish, and watch this crowd-pleaser disappear in seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch crust Prepared pie crust (baked and cooled)
- 5 cups Fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
Instructions
1. Prepare and bake a 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade) according to package or recipe instructions. Allow the crust to cool completely before assembling the pie.
2. Place 2 cups of the hulled strawberries in a large bowl. Mash them with a fork or potato masher to create a chunky puree. Set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in the water until smooth.
4. Add the mashed strawberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated. Let the mixture cool slightly for 10-15 minutes.
6. Halve or quarter the remaining 3 cups of strawberries, depending on their size, and arrange them in the cooled pie crust.
7. Pour the cooked strawberry glaze over the fresh strawberries in the crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until set.
8. To make the French cream topping, combine the heavy cream and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
9. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
10. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
11. Spread the French cream topping over the chilled strawberry pie, or serve it dolloped on individual slices for a beautiful presentation.
12. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries if desired. Slice and serve your Real Strawberry Pie with French Cream Topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.9 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.0 g | 530% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 1269 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.8 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 271.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*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.
