Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1 pre-made or homemade buttery pie crust
For the Cream Filling
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjustable to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Strawberry Layer
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Start by pre-baking your buttery pie crust until it’s golden and crisp. This helps avoid sogginess once the filling is added and provides a satisfying crunch every time you bite in.
- Make the Cream Filling: In a saucepan, gently heat whipping cream with sugar and vanilla extract, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon thanks to cornstarch, creating that perfectly smooth texture.
- Layer the Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice fresh strawberries, then arrange them evenly over the cooled pie crust. Distributing the berries well ensures every slice features those juicy bursts.
- Pour the Cream Filling: Carefully pour the warm cream mixture over the strawberries, letting it seep into every nook while smoothing the top with a spatula for a neat finish.
- Chill Until Set: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the filling to set completely, ensuring clean slices and a refreshing coolness that enhances every bite.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients: Let cream warm slightly for smoother blending.
- Pat strawberries dry to prevent a soggy crust.
- Chill pie before serving for better slice shape and refreshing taste.
- Use a sharp, wet knife to slice cleanly.
- Use strawberries within a day or two of buying for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (when using gluten-free crust)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Strawberry cream pie, fresh strawberries, silky cream filling, buttery crust, easy dessert, gluten free dessert