When we think of pies, blueberry, blackberry, pumpkin, apple, and cherry all come to mind. Strawberry pies are a bit more unusual, yet they can make very delicious desserts. Strawberry pies are great when served in the summer. For one, the pie has a light fruity taste that is perfect in the summer heat.
Another reason this dessert is terrific in summer is because that’s the season when strawberries are at their best. Although they are grown from January through November, their peak season is April through June. This pie is truly a great way to welcome the warm weather and cookouts!
This strawberry pie is also very easy to make. Once all components are prepared, they can simply be mixed and put into the pie crust. This limits time spent in a hot kitchen. In addition to less time in a hot kitchen, the simplicity of this recipe lets kids of all ages help you in making this delicious dessert.
Strawberry pie typically uses gelatin which serves to set the strawberries. This recipe used gelatin as well as a vanilla pudding to add to the sweetness. It is then served in a graham cracker crust and served cold. If dietary restrictions require you don't eat gelatin agar and cornstarch are simple replacements.
Other versions of the pie can be baked with a crust on both the bottom and across the top. No matter what version of the pie you make, one thing the dessert should have as a characteristic is that it will be mainly strawberries with content close to 70%.
Although most people will not eat strawberry pie for its nutritional benefits, it can be quite good for you. Strawberries are high in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. They are sodium-free, fat-free, and low-calorie. They can promote good cholesterol, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cancer.
Considering that, the whole dessert can be relatively low calorie overall, especially if the pudding is mixed with fat-free or low fat milk. This allows you to keep your summer body and eat your pie too.
This strawberry pie recipe is very easy to make, and every bite is a taste of summer. Using strawberry jello and pudding to create a thick filling, it’s a fresh, fruity dessert that your family is sure to love.
Strawberry Pie
Ingredients:
- 1 small package of vanilla pudding
- 1 small package of strawberry jello
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 cups strawberries
- 1 graham cracker crust
- Cool Whip for topping
Directions:
1. Combine pudding, jello, water, and sugar in a pan. Heat and stir until all ingredients are dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and add the strawberries. Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
3. Refrigerate until set, top with Cool Whip before serving.