Sugar Free Strawberry Pie Not Made with Jello
Indulge in the natural sweetness of summer with this Sugar-Free Strawberry Pie, a delicious and wholesome dessert that's perfect for health-conscious bakers. Unlike traditional recipes, this pie skips the artificial jello and instead relies on fresh strawberries, maple syrup or honey, and a touch of cornstarch for its luscious, glossy filling. Nestled in a pre-baked, sugar-free crust, this treat bursts with the flavor of ripe berries, balanced with a hint of fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this no-jello strawberry pie sets beautifully in the fridge and can be garnished with mint or a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream for an elegant presentation. Perfect for summer gatherings, this naturally sweet, guilt-free dessert serves 8 and is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.33 cup Maple syrup or honey
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Cold water
- 1 9-inch Pre-baked pie crust (sugar-free)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse and hull all the strawberries. Slice 4 cups of the strawberries into halves or quarters for the pie filling. Leave the remaining 2 cups of strawberries whole for garnish or use as-is.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup or honey. Heat over medium heat until the strawberries begin to release their juices, about 3-5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until completely smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the saucepan while stirring constantly.
Cook the strawberry mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens and becomes glossy (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, about 20 minutes, so it thickens further but is still spreadable.
Arrange the whole or remaining strawberries over the base of the pre-baked pie crust. Pour the thickened strawberry mixture evenly over the top, smoothing it out with a spatula to cover the berries.
Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely set.
Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves or unsweetened whipped cream. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 110 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 207 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.
