Best 2 Strawberry Shortbread Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Strawberry Shortbread Pie, where the vibrant flavors of sweet strawberries harmonize perfectly with the buttery, crumbly crust and creamy, velvety filling. This delectable treat will captivate your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Embark on a step-by-step guide to crafting this masterpiece, starting with a delectable shortbread crust made from a blend of flour, butter, and sugar, providing a sturdy and flavorful foundation for the pie. Discover the secrets of creating a luscious strawberry filling, bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries, enhanced by a touch of sugar and cornstarch for a perfectly balanced flavor.

Learn the art of preparing a rich and creamy filling, combining eggs, sugar, flour, and butter, resulting in a smooth and velvety texture that complements the tartness of the strawberries. As you assemble this culinary symphony, uncover the technique of layering the strawberry filling between the shortbread crust and the creamy filling, creating a visually stunning and tantalizing treat.

Unveil the secrets of achieving a golden-brown crust, the result of carefully brushing the top with milk and sprinkling it with sugar, adding an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal. Allow your Strawberry Shortbread Pie to cool, allowing the flavors to meld and harmonize, resulting in a symphony of textures and tastes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

STRAWBERRY SHORTBREAD PIE



Strawberry Shortbread Pie image

Sherry Maurer of Manheim, Pennsylvania says, "My husband enjoys this pie so much that I always make an extra one just for him! To save time, use a purchased shortbread crust."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups water
1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 shortbread crust (9 inches)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin powder until dissolved. , Transfer to a small bowl. Chill until partially set. Place strawberries in the crust; pour gelatin mixture over berries. Cover and refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FRESH STRAWBERRY PIE WITH SHORTBREAD CRUST RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Fresh Strawberry Pie With Shortbread Crust Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by Chez_Alexander

Number Of Ingredients 10

CRUST:
1 (5 oz) package shortbread cookies
2 TBS sugar
2 TBS cold butter, cut into pieces
FILLING:
2 lb fresh strawberries, hulled
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
Whipped cream for serving

Steps:

  • CRUST: 1. Preheat oven to 350F with rack in middle. 2. Pulse cookies in a food processor to fine crumbs, then pulse in sugar and butter until combined. Press crumb mixture evenly onto bottom and up side of a 9" pie plate. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool. FILLING: 1. Select 20 large strawberries as close to the same size as possible and set aside. Dice remaining strawberries into 1/4" pieces and toss with sugar and lemon juice. Let stand, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Drain berries in a sieve set into a large glass 4-cup measuring cup. Add enough water to measure 2 cups. Transfer liquid to a saucepan and reserve berries. 2. Sprinkle gelatin over strawberry liquid and let soften 1 minute. Bring to a bare simmer, stirring until gelatin has dissolved. Add diced berries, then transfer to a metal bowl set into an ice bath and stir frequently until mixture begins to mound, 20-30 minutes. 3. Spoon 1/2 cup filling into piecrust and arrange reserved whole berries, stem ends down, onto filling. Spoon remaining filling over and between berries. Chill pie until filling is set, at least 4 hours. Serve with whipped cream on top. Makes 8 servings (slices). Each serving = 5 Weight Watchers points.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade shortbread cookies.
  • Chill your shortbread dough before baking to prevent it from spreading too much.
  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Serve the pie chilled or at room temperature.
  • Top the pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

Conclusion:

This strawberry shortbread pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet strawberries, creamy filling, and buttery shortbread crust is sure to please everyone.

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