Fluffy Strawberry Pie with Pretzel Crust

Health score
2%
Fluffy Strawberry Pie with Pretzel Crust
570 min.
8
429kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and salty with our Fluffy Strawberry Pie featuring a crunchy pretzel crust. This dessert is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes as well. The vibrant red strawberries, combined with the creamy, fluffy filling, create a stunning presentation that will impress your guests at any gathering.

The unique pretzel crust adds a surprising twist, offering a perfect balance to the sweetness of the strawberry filling. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by the light, airy texture of the whipped cream and gelatin mixture. With a hint of lime zest and juice, this pie is refreshingly tangy, making it an ideal dessert for warm weather or festive occasions.

What’s more, this Fluffy Strawberry Pie is easy to prepare, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor. With a total preparation time of just 570 minutes, including chilling, you can make this pie ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this pie is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Don’t forget to top it off with chocolate-covered strawberries for an extra touch of elegance!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups pretzels crushed
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 0.8 cup water boiling
  • package strawberry gelatin (4-serving size)
  • teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime 
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream (heavy)
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • cups strawberries crushed
  • serving strawberries 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix all crust ingredients. Press mixture firmly against bottom and side of 9-inch glass pie plate.
  2. In large bowl, pour boiling water on gelatin; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in lime peel and lime juice. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until very thick but not set.
  3. Beat gelatin mixture with electric mixer on high speed about 4 minutes or until thick and fluffy; set aside. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream and powdered sugar on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and crushed strawberries into gelatin mixture.
  4. Pour into crust.
  5. Refrigerate about 8 hours or until set.
  6. Garnish with chocolate-covered strawberries. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories429kcal
Protein3.51%
Fat57.25%
Carbs39.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.14
Glycemic Load
13.58
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
7.5421738987384%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.91mg
Petunidin
0.06mg
Delphinidin
0.17mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
13.42mg
Peonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
1.68mg
Epigallocatechin
0.42mg
Epicatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Eriodictyol
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.79mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.64mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:429.29kcal
21.46%
Fat:28.08g
43.21%
Saturated Fat:12.69g
79.32%
Carbohydrates:43.32g
14.44%
Net Carbohydrates:41.78g
15.19%
Sugar:30.73g
34.15%
Cholesterol:50.43mg
16.81%
Sodium:352.44mg
15.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.87g
7.74%
Vitamin C:34.65mg
42%
Vitamin A:1173.86IU
23.48%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.44%
Folate:38.61µg
9.65%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.91%
Phosphorus:74.19mg
7.42%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.22%
Fiber:1.54g
6.17%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.24%
Iron:0.87mg
4.84%
Potassium:169.04mg
4.83%
Calcium:48.02mg
4.8%
Vitamin D:0.71µg
4.76%
Vitamin B3:0.91mg
4.56%
Selenium:2.93µg
4.19%
Magnesium:15.25mg
3.81%
Copper:0.07mg
3.49%
Vitamin K:3.01µg
2.87%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.73%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.47%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.16%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.43%