Description
Strawberry Heaven on Earth is a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of strawberries with a creamy base, creating a heavenly treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Fold in the sliced strawberries gently into the whipped cream mixture.
- Spread the strawberry mixture over the cooled crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use low-fat cream or yogurt.
- Feel free to add other fruits for a mixed berry version.
- Make sure to use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg