Contributed By: stacyw
PIllsbury Classic Cookbooks
Creme Fraiche is an aged, thick cream with a slightly tangy, nutty flavor and a rich velvety texture. It's very popular in France, where it's used in savory recipes as well as desserts.
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Actual Cooking Time: 2 hours
Number of Servings: 8
Special Features: Make Ahead
Meal Type: Dessert
Ingredients
===Crust===
1 Refrigerated pie crust
1/4 cup Slivered almonds
1 tbsp Sugar
===Filling===
1 (7 oz) container creme fraiche
1 (4 oz) container refrigerated vanilla pudding
===Topping===
2/3 cup Fresh raspberries
2/3 cup Fresh blackberries
2/3 cup Fresh blueberries
1 tsp Powdered sugar
Preparation
1. Heat ovento 450 degrees F. Prepare pie crust as directed on package using a 9-inch pie pan. DO NOT PRICK CRUST.
2. In food processor bowl with metal blade. combine almonds and sugar; process with on/off pulse until finely ground. Sprinkle almond mixture over pie crust; genlty press in. Bake at 450 degrees for 9 to 11 min. or until light golden brown. If crust puffs in center, flatten gently withback of a wooden spoon. Cool 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine creme fraiche and vanilla pudding; blend well. Spread pudding mixture in cooled baked shell. Top with berries. Refrigerate 2 hours or until serving time.
4. Just before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar. Store in refrigerator.
Cook's Notes
To substitute for the creme fraiche, use 3 oz of softened cream cheese beaten with 1/2 cup sour cream and 1 tbsp powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 270
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Total Fat: 18 g
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Saturated Fat: 9 g
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Carbohydrates: 24 g
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Protein: 3 g
;
Calcium: 4%
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Sodium: 130 mg
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Fiber: 2 g