How to Make Aunt Barbara's Strawberry Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Aunt Barbara's Strawberry Pie is a beloved family recipe that has been passed down through generations. Every summer, when fresh strawberries are at their peak, Aunt Barbara would dazzle her loved ones with this delectable dessert. The perfect combination of sweet and tart, this pie is a true crowd-pleaser and is sure to become a staple in your own family gatherings.

The beauty of Aunt Barbara's Strawberry Pie lies in its simplicity. Made with just a handful of ingredients, this recip...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup chopped strawberries
  • ⅓ cup white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 pie

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl; mix until evenly moistened and press into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is lightly browned and smells toasted, about 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool.
  • Soak gelatin in cold water for 3 minutes. Heat the water and gelatin in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water, stirring frequently, until gelatin is completely dissolved.
  • Beat whipping cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl until soft peaks form.
  • Stir strawberries and 1/3 cup sugar together in a bowl. Pour gelatin mixture over strawberries. Gently fold in whipped cream until incorporated. Pour filling into baked pie shell and chill in the refrigerator until set, at least 2 hours.
  • Nutrition

    257 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 116mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 53mg