Description
This Fresh Strawberry Pie recipe is a delightful no-bake dessert that’s light, fruity, and refreshing. Combining juicy strawberries with a sweet, tangy lemon-lime gelatin mixture set in a crisp pie crust, it’s perfect for warm weather and easy entertaining. Ready in just 20 minutes plus chilling time, it’s an impressive and simple treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 (12-ounce) can lemon-lime soda
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 (3-ounce) strawberry jello
- 1 (16-ounce) box container of strawberries
Pie Crust
- 1 (9-inch) prepared pie crust (regular or graham cracker crust – baked according to the package instructions)
Instructions
- Prepare the gelatin mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the lemon-lime soda and cornstarch. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil until the liquid becomes nearly clear and thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the strawberry jello powder until completely dissolved.
- Prepare the strawberries: While the gelatin mixture cools, thoroughly wash the strawberries. Remove the hulls and cut each strawberry in half to ensure even distribution and easy serving.
- Combine and pour: Once the gelatin mixture has cooled to room temperature but not set, gently stir the halved strawberries into the mixture. Then, pour the combined strawberry and gelatin mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Chill to set: Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill until the filling is fully set and firm, which typically takes several hours. Once set, slice and serve. For an extra touch, add a dollop of fresh whipped cream or your favorite whipped topping before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the gelatin mixture is cool before stirring in the strawberries to prevent them from cooking or becoming mushy.
- You can choose between a traditional pie crust or a graham cracker crust, based on your preference.
- For best results, chill the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to ensure a firm set.
- Fresh whipped cream or whipped topping pairs beautifully with this pie for added richness.
- This is a no-bake dessert aside from baking the pie crust, so it’s quick and simple to prepare.
