Christmas Strawberry Pie
Festive atmosphere with a sweet appetizer option.
Christmas Strawberry Pie is a festive dessert made with fresh strawberries as the main ingredient, paired with a crispy crust and carefully baked. Its vibrant color and rich fruit aroma add a splash of color to the Christmas dining table, making it an unforgettable sight.
👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️
Fresh strawberries 500g
Granulated sugar 100g
Cornstarch 2 tablespoons
Lemon juice 1 tablespoon
Pie crust (use store-bought or homemade): 200g all-purpose flour, 100g butter, 30g granulated sugar, 1 egg yolk, ice water as needed
👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:
Prepare Pie Crust: Soften the butter and mix with granulated sugar until well combined. Add the egg yolk and continue mixing until smooth. Sieve in the all-purpose flour and gently knead into a dough, adding a little ice water as needed to adjust the consistency. Divide the dough into two portions, roll one into a thin sheet and place it in the pie dish, reserve the other for decoration.
Prepare Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries, then cut them in half. Dice some of the strawberries and mix with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Heat over low heat, stirring until thickened to make strawberry jam.
Assemble: Spread the strawberry jam evenly on the pie crust base, then arrange whole strawberries on top, optionally in a pattern. Cut the reserved pie crust into strips and weave or place them on top as decoration.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the pie in the middle rack and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown.
👉🏻✨TIPS
Choose fresh and juicy strawberries for better taste.
Watch the baking process carefully to avoid overcooking the crust.
👉🏻✨BENEFITS
Christmas Strawberry Pie serves not only as a festive dessert but also enhances the festive atmosphere, promoting appetite and adding warmth and sweetness to family and friend gatherings.
✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:
Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and various minerals, strawberries help boost immunity and aid digestion. The moderate amount of sugar and butter provide energy to the body, but portion control is recommended to maintain a balanced diet.
