Strawberry Cream Pie

Strawberry Cream Pie is a classic American dessert featuring a flaky pie crust filled with a light, sweetened cream or custard base and topped with fresh, glazed strawberries. It typically combines ingredients like strawberries, heavy cream, sugar, and sometimes cream cheese or vanilla for a rich yet refreshing flavor. Originating in the United States, it's a popular summer treat often associated with picnics and family gatherings.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is generally high in carbohydrates and fat due to the crust, sugar, and cream, with minimal protein. A single slice provides some vitamin C and antioxidants from the strawberries, and roughly 300-400 calories per serving, depending on the recipe and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	180 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Phosphorus	55 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Vitamin B12	0.2 mcg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Strawberry Cream Pie is culturally significant as a symbol of American summer and nostalgia, often featured in diners and home kitchens. Nutritionally, it balances indulgence with the natural benefits of strawberries, making it a beloved choice for celebrations.