For an extra touch of elegance, consider brushing the quartered strawberries with a clear glaze or apricot jam before arranging them on the pie. If you're feeling ambitious, feel free to make your own shortbread pie crust from scratch. Be sure to blind-bake it until golden brown before adding the filling. For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and heavy whipping cream. The results will be worth it! Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving.
1970's French Strawberry Pie
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS40
Transport yourself back to a simpler time with this delightful 1970's French Strawberry Pie! A creamy, dreamy base topped with layers of fresh strawberries and a luscious strawberry glaze, finished with a cloud of vanilla-infused whipped cream. It's a nostalgic treat that's both easy to make and utterly irresistible.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate53 g
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Cholesterol59 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat11 g
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Sodium156 mg
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Sugar38 g
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Fat22 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream until smooth and creamy. (2 minutes)
02
StepSpread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto the bottom of the prepared shortbread pie crust. Arrange the 2 cups of quartered fresh strawberries artfully over the cream cheese layer. (5 minutes)
03
StepIn a medium saucepan, combine the 2 cups of mashed fresh strawberries, 1 cup of white sugar, and 0.25 cup of cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes slightly reduced. (10 minutes)
04
StepRemove the saucepan from the heat and allow the strawberry glaze to cool completely. (30 minutes)
05
StepOnce the glaze is cooled, gently pour it over the quartered strawberries in the pie crust, ensuring an even distribution. (2 minutes)
06
StepRefrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the strawberry glaze is set and the pie is firm. (120 minutes)
07
StepIn a chilled bowl, beat together 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons of white sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon of vanilla extract until light and fluffy peaks form. (5 minutes)
08
StepSpread the whipped cream evenly over the cooled pie just before serving. Slice and enjoy this taste of nostalgia!
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Lenore Kiehn
May 28, 2025I've made this pie several times now, and it's always perfect. The cream cheese layer adds a lovely tanginess.
Zena Bogisich
May 22, 2025Next time, I'm going to try adding a layer of chocolate shavings under the whipped cream.
Bria Sauer
Mar 10, 2025The directions were very easy to follow, and the pie turned out beautifully. Thank you!
Lance Lang
Feb 28, 2025This pie is like a taste of sunshine! So refreshing and delicious.
Greg Anderson
Feb 14, 2025I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients and doesn't require a lot of baking time.
Rusty Waelchi
Feb 11, 2025The shortbread crust is a must! It adds the perfect amount of buttery sweetness.
Juliet Kuphal
Feb 1, 2025My family devoured this pie! It was a huge hit at our summer picnic.