Royal Crown Strawberry Pie
Indulge in the regal allure of the Royal Crown Strawberry Pie, a show-stopping dessert featuring a buttery, golden pie crust filled with a dreamy layer of sweetened cream cheese and crowned with a lush arrangement of fresh strawberries. Each strawberry is generously glazed with a glossy homemade strawberry jelly for a touch of sweetness and captivating shine. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a centerpiece for any special occasion, this pie strikes the ideal balance between simple elegance and vibrant flavor. With minimal prep time and an easy-to-follow process, this stunning dessert will leave a lasting impression. Serve it chilled for a refreshing treat that captures the essence of strawberry season!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 4 tablespoons Cold water
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 cups Fresh strawberries, hulled
- 0.33 cups Strawberry jelly or preserves
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cubed cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Flatten into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Carefully transfer the dough to the dish, trim excess edges, and crimp the crust slightly. Prick the bottom with a fork several times.
Place a piece of parchment paper over the pie crust and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled pie crust.
Arrange the hulled strawberries, pointed-side up, on top of the cream cheese filling, tightly packing them together for a decorative look.
In a small saucepan, combine the strawberry jelly, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a shiny glaze.
Using a pastry brush or spoon, gently coat the tops of the strawberries with the warm glaze. Make sure every strawberry is evenly coated for added flavor and shine.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to set. Slice and serve chilled!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.9 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.9 g | 544% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 326.0 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1376 mg | 29% | |
*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.
