This easy Strawberry Pie is loaded with fresh strawberries in a sweet homemade strawberry glaze made with Jello. It is a light, refreshing dessert that is perfect for summer parties, holidays, and family gatherings.
With simple ingredients and minimal prep, this family-tested pie is one of our favorite make-ahead desserts for busy summer days.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
We make this Strawberry Pie every summer because it is one of the easiest desserts to prepare ahead for cookouts and family gatherings. The fresh strawberries and light filling make it refreshing on hot days, and everyone always asks for seconds.
- Easy make-ahead dessert
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- Light and refreshing summer pie
- Great for BBQs and holidays
- Budget-friendly dessert for feeding a crowd
- Delicious with homemade whipped cream
- Easy to customize with other berries
If you love this pie, check out Blueberry Pie Bites Recipe or Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe. You may even love this Strawberry Fluff Salad for another easy strawberry dessert. This pie is perfect for Valentines day as well as this Heart Shaped Cake. Or Blackberry Cobbler, for another delicious dessert.
Ingredients
- Pre-made Pie Crust – Using a store-bought pie crust makes this Strawberry Pie quick and easy for busy days. You can also use a homemade pie crust or graham cracker crust if preferred.
- Fresh Strawberries – Fresh strawberries work best for this pie because they hold their texture and flavor better than frozen strawberries. Try to use ripe but firm strawberries for the best results.
- Cornstarch – Cornstarch helps thicken the strawberry glaze so the pie filling sets properly. Do not skip this ingredient or the filling may be too runny.
- Granulated Sugar – Sugar adds sweetness and helps balance the tartness of the strawberries. You can reduce the sugar slightly if your strawberries are extra sweet.
- Strawberry Jello – Strawberry Jello gives the filling its bright strawberry flavor and beautiful color. Store brand gelatin works great in this recipe too for a budget-friendly option.
- Water – Water combines with the cornstarch, sugar, and Jello to create the homemade strawberry glaze for the pie filling.
- Whipped Cream – Top each slice with whipped cream before serving for the perfect finishing touch. Homemade whipped cream or store-bought whipped topping both work well.
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How to Make Strawberry Pie
Step 1 – Bake Pie Crust – Bake the pie crust based on the package instructions. Then let it cool on a wire rack.
Step 2 – Prepare Ripe Strawberries – Clean and slice the strawberries. Then place them in the pie crust.
Step 3 – Stir Ingredients – Stir together the water, sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a low boil and cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture starts to thicken. Simmer over medium heat.
Step 4 – Stir in Jell-O Mix – Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the strawberry Jello mix. Whisk until the mixture is dissolved.
Step 5 – Cool Mixture – Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes. Then pour the mixture over the strawberries in the pie shell.
Step 6 – Chill Pie – Chill the pie in the refrigerator until the jello mixture is set (approximately 3-4 hours).
Step 7 – Serve and Enjoy – Then the pie is ready to serve topped with whipped cream. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Remaining Strawberries – If you do not use all the strawberries, use them for other things. Mix them with other berries to make a fruit salad.
- Prepare Pie – Prepare the pie before adding in the strawberries to the pie.
- Preparing Strawberries – Wash and cut the strawberries before adding to the pie crust.
- Cornstarch Mixture – Allow the cornstarch to thicken in a saucepan over medium heat. This will allow the filling to have a thick texture.
- Chill Pie – Allow pie to chill before serving. This is the perfect pie to make ahead of time or at least the night before serving.
- Frozen Strawberries – We do not recommend using frozen strawberries in this recipe. They have a lot of extra moisture that will change the texture of the pie. It will be runny and not taste the same.
Recipe Variations
- Graham Cracker Crust – We used a premade crust to make this recipe, but you can easily use different types of crust. A graham cracker crust is a great option. You can also use a homemade crust if you prefer.
- Fresh Berries – If you want to add more berries to this strawberry pie, that is a great option. We recommend add in blueberries or raspberries with the strawberries. You may need to add less strawberries to make sure everything fits in the crust.
- Lemon Juice – Feel free to add in fresh squeeze lemon juice to the strawberry mixture. It gives it a hint of lemon flavor. It makes the perfect combination.
- Jell-O – Feel free to change the Jell-O mix if you are using different berries or fruit. You can also use sugar free Jell-O.
- Cup Sugar – We add in about ¾ cup of sugar to add more sweetness. Feel free to a sugar substitute to meet your dietary needs.
Storage and Make Ahead Tips
Store leftover Strawberry Pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
This pie is perfect to make ahead because it needs time to chill before serving. We often make it the night before a party or cookout to save time the next day.
For best texture, wait to add whipped cream until serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cornstarch is the best thicken ingredient to add to pie filling, gravy and soup. Make sure to not skip this ingredient to create a delicious thick and creamy and thicken strawberry mixture.
Pre baking pie crust is very important when making this pie. The strawberry filling does not bake after adding to the pie crust.
Make sure to bake the pie according to the instruction on the package while in the pie dish.
We do not recommend frozen strawberries because they release too much moisture and can make the pie filling runny.
Bake the crust before adding the filling and allow it to cool completely before assembling the pie.
More Easy Pie Recipes
This easy Strawberry Pie is one of our favorite summer desserts because it is simple, refreshing, and always a crowd favorite. It is perfect for BBQs, holidays, and family gatherings.
If you make this recipe, leave a comment and star rating below. We love hearing how your family enjoyed it and any fun variations you tried.
Strawberry Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Pre-made Pie Crust 9 inches
- 4 cups Fresh Strawberries
- 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
- ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 pkg Strawberry Jello 3 ounces
- 1 ½ cup Water
- Whipped Cream for serving
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Instructions
- Bake 1 pre-made 9 inch pie crust based on the package instructions and let it cool on a wire rack.
- Clean and slice 4 cups fresh strawberries, then place them in the cooled pie crust.
- Stir together 1 ½ cups water, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a low boil and cook for 2-3 minutes, until it starts to thicken.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1 package strawberry Jello. Whisk until dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes and then pour the mixture over the strawberries in the pie crust.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator until the jello mixture is set (approximately 3-4 hours).
- Then the pie is ready to serve topped with whipped cream. Enjoy!
