Elegant Light Strawberry Pie

Delight in the charm of an "Elegant Light Strawberry Pie," a dessert that perfectly balances indulgence and freshness. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, a luscious filling of creamy low-fat cream cheese and tangy Greek yogurt, and crowned with a vibrant layer of glazed fresh strawberries, this recipe is a showstopper. With only 25 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make pie is ideal for impressing guests or adding a touch of elegance to weeknight dinners. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat that combines light textures and bright, fruity flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you're craving a light and beautiful dessert, this pie is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, 2%)
• 1.5 pounds fresh strawberries
• 0.5 cups strawberry jelly or glaze

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Melt the butter and mix it into the crumbs until the mixture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

Press the mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides to form a crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Fold in the Greek yogurt until fully combined.

Step 6

Spread the cream mixture evenly over the cooled crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Rinse and hull the fresh strawberries. Slice them in halves or quarters, depending on your desired presentation, and arrange them decoratively on top of the cream layer.

Step 8

Warm the strawberry jelly or glaze slightly in the microwave to make it easier to spread (about 10 seconds); then, using a pastry brush, lightly coat the strawberries with the glaze for a shiny finish.

Step 9

Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to set before serving.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy this elegant, light strawberry pie as a delightful dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1641 grams (1641.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3111

Total Fat 138.90g	178%
Saturated Fat 74.80g	374%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 283mg	94%
Sodium 2183mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 403.60g	147%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 260.40g
Protein 50.30g	101%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 779mg	60%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1984mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 52.7%