Strawberry Chiffon Pie

Chiffon pies became popular in the 1940s when gelatin became widely available and were often served at social gatherings and parties.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 220 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Strawberry Chiffon Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Pie Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 180 min Total Time 3 hrs 40 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Butter, melted
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 packet Gelatin
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Egg whites
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Heavy cream

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a blender, puree half of the strawberries until smooth. In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Heat the gelatin mixture over low heat, stirring until dissolved. Stir in the lemon juice.
3. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
4. Gently fold the strawberry puree, gelatin mixture, beaten egg whites, and whipped cream together until well combined. Fold in the remaining sliced strawberries.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until set.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.