This Strawberry Cream Pie II is a nostalgic dessert featuring a rich, smooth vanilla custard filling nestled in a flaky pastry shell. The creamy base is balanced by the bright, juicy tartness of fresh strawberries, creating a perfect harmony of textures and flavors. Ideal for summer gatherings, family dinners, or a special weekend treat, this pie offers a comforting, indulgent experience without being overly complicated. The layers of custard and fruit provide a visually appealing and satisfying conclusion to any meal, bringing a touch of home-style elegance to your table.
Strawberry Cream Pie Ii
Description
This Strawberry Cream Pie II is a nostalgic dessert featuring a rich, smooth vanilla custard filling nestled in a flaky pastry shell. The creamy base is balanced by the bright, juicy tartness of fresh strawberries, creating a perfect harmony of textures and flavors. Ideal for summer gatherings, family dinners, or a special weekend treat, this pie offers a comforting, indulgent experience without being overly complicated. The layers of custard and fruit provide a visually appealing and satisfying conclusion to any meal, bringing a touch of home-style elegance to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Bake the pastry shell according to package directions or recipe instructions, then allow it to cool completely.
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In a heavy saucepan, whisk together the flour and sugar until well combined.
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Slowly pour in 1 cup of milk while whisking constantly to create a smooth, lump-free mixture.
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Pour in the remaining 1 cup of milk.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens significantly. Watch closely to prevent boil-overs.
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In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks.
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Gradually ladle about 1/2 cup of the hot custard mixture into the egg yolks while whisking rapidly to temper the eggs.
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Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining custard.
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Continue to cook and stir for 2 minutes to cook the eggs through.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until melted and fully incorporated.
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Pour half of the warm custard mixture into the cooled pastry shell.
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Arrange the sliced strawberries in a single layer over the custard.
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Pour the remaining custard mixture evenly over the strawberries.
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Allow the pie to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until firm and ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 380.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.3g27%
- Saturated Fat 6.5g33%
- Cholesterol 439.0mg147%
- Sodium 132.4mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 44.7g15%
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
- Sugars 25.8g
- Protein 11.7g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.