Description
Summer’s sweetest treat, Crustless Fresh Strawberry Pie, delivers pure berry bliss without traditional pastry constraints. Luscious strawberries nestled in a light, silky filling will make you swoon with each refreshing, guilt-free bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 (3 ounces) package strawberry-flavored gelatin (like Jell-O)
Thickening Agents:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Liquid Ingredient:
- 1 cup water
Topping (Optional):
- Whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Combine sugar and cornstarch in a medium saucepan, creating a smooth dry mixture.
- Gradually introduce water, whisking carefully to eliminate any potential lumps.
- Transfer the saucepan to medium heat, continuously stirring the liquid until it transforms into a translucent, thickened consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from heat source and incorporate strawberry gelatin, stirring until completely integrated.
- Allow the gelatin mixture to cool and rest for approximately 10 minutes, enabling it to stabilize slightly.
- Arrange fresh, vibrant strawberries in a single layer within a 9-inch pie dish or glass container.
- Gently cascade the cooled gelatin mixture over the strawberries, ensuring each berry receives an even coating.
- Transfer the prepared dessert to the refrigerator and allow it to set completely, which typically requires a minimum of 4 hours.
- Once thoroughly chilled, garnish with optional dollops of whipped cream for an elegant presentation.
- Serve directly from the refrigerator to maintain the pie’s delicate structure and refreshing temperature.
Notes
- Swap cornstarch with arrowroot powder for a gluten-free thickening option that works perfectly for sensitive diets.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries at peak season for the most vibrant flavor and natural sweetness that elevates the entire dessert.
- Gently fold strawberries to prevent bruising and maintain their beautiful whole shape when coating with gelatin mixture.
- Chill pie dish beforehand to help gelatin set faster and create a firmer, more stable dessert texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg