Description
Cool summer nights find solace in this classic Strawberry Icebox Pie, blending creamy textures with sweet, tangy berries. Crisp graham cracker crust and luscious filling promise refreshing moments that will delight all dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, mashed
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (3 fluid ounces) unsalted butter, melted
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a delectable graham cracker foundation by combining crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing firmly into a pie dish. Refrigerate for half an hour to set the crust’s structure.
- Transform fresh strawberries into a silky puree by blending with condensed milk, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic vanilla until achieving a velvety consistency.
- Whip heavy cream to luxurious peaks, incorporating powdered sugar for subtle sweetness and volume.
- Delicately integrate the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture, folding gently to maintain an airy texture without deflating the cream.
- Transfer the luscious filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula for an elegant finish. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to allow the pie to set completely and develop rich flavors.
- Before serving, adorn the pie with fresh, vibrant strawberry slices and a cloud-like dollop of additional whipped cream to elevate the visual and taste experience.
Notes
- Crush graham crackers thoroughly to ensure a uniform, compact crust that holds together perfectly.
- Use room temperature strawberries for maximum flavor extraction and smoother blending.
- Stabilize whipped cream by adding a touch of cream cheese or gelatin to maintain its structure longer.
- Adjust sweetness by tasting the strawberry mixture before folding in whipped cream, as strawberry sweetness varies naturally.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg