Easy Strawberry Pie
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Posted: 04/09/21
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Quick and easy Strawberry Pie with only 5 ingredients is the perfect summertime dessert. Made with a frozen pie crust, strawberry Jell-O, fresh strawberries and topped with homemade whipped cream or Cool Whip. Nothing says summer like this dessert!
What can I do with freshly picked strawberries? I could make a Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp or maybe some Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade – now that sounds refreshing! Or how about Strawberry Ice Cream? That’s a real favorite!
There is nothing that screams summer more to me than those luscious red strawberries that are everywhere. When I see those popping up in the grocery stores I know it’s time for summer!
What treat is my favorite to use those strawberries up? This super, simple strawberry pie that comes together quickly and I don’t have to slave over for hours, yet it looks like you did.
Why this Recipe Works:
- Did you see it only takes 5 ingredients? It’s the perfect quick and easy dessert to make!
- It’s so easy to put your own spin on it. If it’s hot out and you want to skip the oven simply grab a premade graham cracker crust and use that instead of baking a pie crust!
- It’s the perfect summer dessert that screams backyard parties!
5 Ingredients for Strawberry Pie
- Pie shell – You can use a traditional pie shell or switch it up with a graham cracker or oreo crust.
- Strawberries – Look for strawberries similar in size to make the pie easier to cut. You can also slice your strawberries if you prefer.
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Strawberry Jell-O
Don’t forget the Cool Whip or Homemade Whipped Cream to top your strawberry pie with!
Steps to Prepare
- Prepare Shell – Bake pie shell and cool.
- Prep Strawberries – Clean and hull berries. Place strawberries into the cooled pie shell.
- Mix – Combine the water, sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan and bring to boil. Cook two minutes. Add strawberry Jell-O and stir until dissolved. Pour over berries.
- Chill – Place in the refrigerator and chill until set, slice and enjoy!
If you are looking for a new recipe to use up those yummy strawberries this is calling your name. If you are scared of pies this is perfect for you. With a handful of ingredients, this is pretty much fool proof!
Should this pie be refrigerated?
Any pie that contains eggs or dairy should be refrigerated as soon as they’ve cooled, but this pie doesn’t contain dairy or eggs does it still need to be refrigerated? Yes, because it contains Jell-O pop this needs to be refrigerated.
How should I store leftovers?
Make sure to cover an leftovers with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. If you are making it ahead of time store, covered, in the refrigerator until it is time to serve.
How do you keep pie crust from getting soggy?
There are several ways to prevent the crust from getting soggy. In this recipe, you’ll “blind bake” the crust and what this means is simply pre-baking the crust.
Puncture the bottom of the crust with a fork in several places. This will keep the crust from bubbling. If the edges of the crust are getting overly dark, cover them with parchment paper or foil until the baking is complete.
Some use “pie weights” or even uncooked beans (white beans or pinto beans, really any type of uncooked bean will work) poured into the bottom of the pie crust to keep it from bubbling up, but really pricking it with a fork will do the trick for this pie.
Can you freeze a strawberry pie?
Though this pie will keep well in the fridge up to five days, you can also freeze it! Wrap it well with tinfoil and pop it in the freezer. Well sealed, it will keep up to two months in the freezer.
Personally, I prefer mine fresh. Just beware the juices will be a bit runnier if you freeze it and then thaw to enjoy.
Can I use a graham cracker crust?
Of course! You could even just grab a premade graham cracker crust and use that.
How far ahead can I make this pie?
We think it’s best used with in the first two days or the crust can get soggy. If you will be waiting to serve it brush it with a egg wash to help prevent the crust from getting soggy.
If you are looking for a quick and easy summertime dessert that everyone will love then you have to try this easy pie recipe!
More of my favorite pie recipes!
- In the spring there’s nothing like a Strawberry Rhubarb Pie that’s perfectly sweet and tart! The ultimate combo.
- Looking for an easy no-bake dessert? Strawberry Lemonade Pie is so refreshing and delicious on a hot summer day!
- Rhubarb Pie is the quintessential welcome to spring dessert! My mouth is watering just thinking about this pie!
Which pie is your favorite? With strawberries as luscious as these available everywhere now, pie will definitely be on the menu! Love it? Rate it, please! A five-star rating will make my day!
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Strawberry Pie
Looking for an easy dessert this summer? This easy pie made with jello and strawberries is perfect for a summer time treat!
Ingredients
- 9 inch pie shell
- 4 c. strawberries washed and hulled
- 1 ½ c. water
- ¾ c. sugar
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 3 oz package strawberry Jell-O
Instructions
- Bake pie shell according to package directions. Cool.
- Place washed and hulled strawberries in cool pie shell.
- Combine water, sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Bring to boil and cook two minutes. Add strawberry Jell-O and stir until dissolved. Slowly pour over berries.
- Chill in refrigerator until set. Store, covered, in refrigerator until serving.
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Nutrition Information
Serving: 1, Calories: 268kcal (13%), Carbohydrates: 53g (18%), Protein: 2g (4%), Fat: 5g (8%), Saturated Fat: 1g (6%), Sodium: 140mg (6%), Potassium: 201mg (6%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 37g (41%), Vitamin A: 15IU, Vitamin C: 69.5mg (84%), Calcium: 24mg (2%), Iron: 1mg (6%)
Glenn Beairsto says
I totally agree…..bypass all those stupid ads……wonderful recipe..thanks…
Barb says
Thank you for ‘jump to recipe’ 😊
Julie Evink says
You’re welcome!
chris frangenberg says
Hey Julie,
This pie recipe is one I have used for more years than I can count!! It is simple and VERY good. I haven’t ever used the corn starch but that doesn’t seem to matter. Quick easy recipe any time you want something quick and simple. just put some whipped cream on top and you are good to go. I also pre-bake it as mentioned. Keeps great in fridge for couple of days, if it lasts that long.
Michelle Sperr says
Thanks for your comment Chris! I’m glad that you love this recipe for strawberry pie!
Trish Tumlinson says
I’m currently making this pie and just realized I don’t have cornstarch…what do I do?
Julie says
You can try using flour instead, I hope it works out for you!
Trish Tumlinson says
I mixed 2Tbs of flour with the sugar so it wouldn’t clump. Jelled perfectly and looks fabulous! Thank you. Can’t wait to have some later today 3at the family Thanksgiving. 😉
Julie says
Perfect! I’m so glad it worked out for you, Trish!
Shirley says
Great recipe. Brushed melted chocolate in the pie crust after baking. Keeps the crust from getting soggy. And who doesn’t like chocolate?
Julie says
Sounds delicious! I’m so glad you loved it!
Christine says
Only recommendation would be to stir cornstarch through strainer to prevent lumping . Was a hit and I’ll be making again!
Julie says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Beth Burraychak says
Great desert. My family loved it. Also, easy to make. SUPER
Julie says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Kathy says
Made the strawberry pie today having it with whip cream for dessert tonight
Julie says
Great! Hope you enjoy it!
Darrell Pitcher says
Going to try this soon i love all your recipes!
Julie says
I hope you enjoy it!
Lori says
I made this simple strawberry pie. It tastes AMAZING!!!! It was super easy to make.
Julie Evink says
So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for coming back and rating and commenting on it!
Brandy O'Neill says
Easy and oh so delicious!
Julie Evink says
Got that right!
Shiho says
Thank you for the fool proof easy pie recipe. We loved it! Good that it keeps well in fridge and also can be frozen 😀
Julie Evink says
Love those freezer friendly recipes!