STRAWBERRY-LEMONADE ANGEL PIE

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This strawberry, cream, and meringue confection is so gorgeous, it can take the place of any floral centerpiece on your table. It's similar to a pavlova, but the meringue base is formed into a pretty shell and the strawberry filling is cooked with a little gelatin to make this stunner sliceable.

Provided by Sarah Carey

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 6h20m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Unsalted butter, softened, for brushing
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1 tablespoon cold water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (from a 1/4-ounce package)
3/4 cup sugar
2 quarts strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced (4 cups), plus more, whole or halved, for garnish
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal)
1/4 cup cornstarch
Unsweetened whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 300°F with a rack in center. Lightly brush a 9-inch pie dish with butter. Beat egg whites and cold water on high speed until foamy, about 30 seconds. Add cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form, about 1 minute. Gradually add sugar and beat until thick, glossy peaks form, about 5 minutes.
  • Spread meringue into an even layer along bottom and up sides of prepared pie dish to form crust. (Don't spread past rim, or it will fall over edges during baking.) Bake until crisp and light golden on outside, 40 to 45 minutes. Turn off oven and let cool in oven 1 hour, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
  • Filling: Meanwhile, add enough water to lemon juice to yield 1/2 cup (about 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon). Combine gelatin and 1 tablespoon lemon mixture in a small bowl.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, 2 cups strawberries, and salt. Using a potato masher, gently mash berries. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, until mixture is juicy, about 5 minutes. Whisk cornstarch into remaining lemon mixture; stir into pan with berries and return to a boil.
  • Cook until liquid is very thick and clear, about 1 minute. Stir in gelatin mixture, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring, until gelatin is fully dissolved, 30 seconds. Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes. Stir in remaining berries and pour into cooled crust. Refrigerate until set, at least 3 hours or, covered, up to 1 day. Top with whipped cream and whole or halved berries just before serving.

Richard Doamekpor
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This pie looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Carlos James
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I'm not sure why this recipe is getting so many good reviews. It's really not that great.


Dk Daka
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This recipe is missing some important instructions. I had to guess at how to do some things.


Manjhi Pur
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out terrible. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Abdul Ahmad
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This pie is way too sweet for me. I'll definitely be cutting back on the sugar next time.


Mostakim Bhuiyan
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I thought the angel food cake crust was a little dry. I might try using a graham cracker crust next time.


JJerez Deannax347
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This pie is a little tart for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I might add a little more sugar next time.


Kaini Sheri
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this pie with no problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Beka Tvauri
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This is my new favorite summer pie! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Sanjeewa Dsanjeewa
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This pie is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Official Syed
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I'm not a big fan of angel food cake, but I loved the crust on this pie. It was so light and fluffy.


Gohar Bhatti
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This pie is so pretty, and it tastes even better than it looks. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Brinda Mathis
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I love the combination of strawberries and lemons in this pie. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet.


Md Arman
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This pie is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and the strawberry lemonade filling is so delicious.


ishaq muktar
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This pie is so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love that I can use fresh or frozen strawberries.


Grayson O'Neal
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I was skeptical about the angel food cake crust, but it turned out to be perfect! It's so light and airy, and it pairs perfectly with the strawberry lemonade filling.


Salma Adel
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This pie is absolutely delicious! I love the way the strawberry lemonade filling pairs with the angel food cake crust.


Queency Chommy
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I've made this pie twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The angel food cake crust is so light and fluffy, and the strawberry lemonade filling is tart and sweet.


Barben Bookteah
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This pie was a huge hit at my summer party! The combination of strawberries and lemons is so refreshing and the angel food cake crust is the perfect finishing touch.