From a cool glass of strawberry lemonade on a hot summer day, to the first bite into a fresh baked strawberry pie, strawberries are a summertime favorite enjoyed by many. But for those watching their sugar intake, indulging in these sweet treats can be a challenge. However, with a few simple swaps and clever cooking methods, it is possible to enjoy the delicious flavors of strawberries without sacrificing your health goals. This article will provide you with easy-to-follow recipes for a lower sugar fresh strawberry pie, allowing you to enjoy the sweet taste of summer without compromising on taste or nutrition.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LIGHT STRAWBERRY GELATIN PIE
There's plenty of sweet berry flavor in this refreshing dessert. Made with sugar-free gelatin and a graham cracker crust, the summery pie is easy to fix and attractive enough to serve to guests. I sometimes substitute fresh peaches and peach gelatin. -D. Smith, Feasterville-Trevose, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set aside four whole berries for garnish. Slice remaining strawberries and set aside. In a large saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin and sugar until dissolved. Stir in sliced strawberries. Pour into the crust. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Cut reserved strawberries in half. Garnish each serving with whipped topping and a berry half.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUGAR-FREE STRAWBERRY PIE
This is an adopted recipe. I am always looking for low fat, low sugar recipes, so I am excited about trying this one. The original introduction said: "I found this in our local paper. It is very simple and good! Hope you enjoy!"
Provided by ladypit
Categories Pie
Time 15m
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a saucepan, mix dry pudding and gelatin water.
- Stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil.
- Remove from heat.
- Cool until slightly thickened.
- Arrange strawberries in pie shell (whole or sliced).
- Pour cooled mixture over berries.
- Refrigerate until set.
- Serve with whipped topping if desired.
- Enjoy!
SUGAR FREE STRAWBERRY PIE
It is almost strawberry time......this pie is so good, you will like it even if you aren't diabetic! I made this for a fundraiser recently and it was a big hit!
Provided by Tracy Graves
Categories Pie
Time 11m
Yield 1 pie
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small saucepan mix water and cornstarch with a wire whisk.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, cool slightly.
- Stir in gelatin and sweetener.
- Mix well, and gently stir in strawbrries.
- Pour into baked pie shell and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
- Top with Cool Whip OR Dream Whip right before serving.
- Garnish with strawberies if desired.
LIGHT STRAWBERRY PIE
People rave about this luscious strawberry pie. Best of all, it's a low-sugar sensation that you won't feel guilty eating. -Lou Wright, Rockford, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a 2-cup measuring cup. Set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice to measure 1-1/2 cups; transfer to a saucepan. Whisk in the pudding mix and gelatin until combined. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in pineapple. Remove from the heat; cool for 10 minutes. , Add the strawberries; toss gently to coat. Pour into crust. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours. Garnish each piece with 1 tablespoon whipped topping. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
NO CRUST STRAWBERRY PIE
This is a low calorie, no crust strawberry pie. It is made with sugar-free strawberry flavored gelatin and sugar-free vanilla pudding. It is very good! I've had the recipe for years, and to be honest, I don't remember where I got it. Garnish with light whipped topping if you like.
Provided by Andi Macklem
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rinse and hull strawberries. Distribute evenly in a 10 inch pie pan.
- In a medium saucepan combine pudding mix, gelatin mix, and water. Stir well and bring to a full boil. Pour mixture over strawberries and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours. Top with light frozen whipped topping prior to serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 157.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
FRESH STRAWBERRY PIE I
Delicious pies made with fresh strawberries. Top with whipped cream if you like.
Provided by Janice Papola
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a saucepan, mix together the sugar and corn starch; make sure to blend corn starch in completely. Add boiling water, and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens. Remove from heat. Add gelatin mix, and stir until smooth. Let mixture cool to room temperature.
- Place strawberries in baked pie shells; position berries with points facing up. Pour cooled gel mixture over strawberries.
- Refrigerate until set. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 104.3 mg, Sugar 21.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Rinse the strawberries thoroughly before using them.
- Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops.
- Slice the strawberries thinly.
- Use a combination of white and brown sugar for a richer flavor.
- Add a little bit of cornstarch to the sugar mixture to help thicken the pie filling.
- Use a deep-dish pie crust to hold all of the filling.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
- Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
This lower-sugar fresh strawberry pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet strawberries, tangy lemon juice, and a buttery crust is sure to please everyone. With its reduced sugar content, this pie is a healthier option that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful dessert, give this lower-sugar fresh strawberry pie a try.
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