Summertime in a Slice: The Easiest Strawberry Pie Ever
This strawberry pie is bursting with sunshine! Sweet, juicy berries nestled in a flaky, homemade crust, all glazed with a touch of summer sweetness. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream, and you’ve got pure summertime bliss on a plate.
Fresh From the Patch to Your Pie Plate
It’s strawberry season, and this recipe is all about celebrating this delightful fruit. I craved something sweet and comforting, and pie always delivers! Every bite is an explosion of juicy flavor, with a light, flaky crust that melts in your mouth.
This pie is truly irresistible and disappears fast. It’s perfect for any summer gathering, from backyard barbecues to festive holidays like the Fourth of July. It’s a recipe you won’t want to miss!
Super Simple Ingredients
This is called the “easiest” strawberry pie for a reason! Not only is it a breeze to prepare, but it uses ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Pie Crust: Go homemade or grab a pre-made one from the store.
- Cornstarch & Water: This thickens our delicious strawberry filling.
- Sugar: Sweetness for the win!
- Strawberry Jello Mix: Adds a burst of berry flavor and helps the filling set, so you can enjoy perfect slices.
- Fresh Strawberries: Since they’re in season, fresh is best!
- Fresh Whipping Cream (Optional): The ultimate creamy topping.
Whip Up Summer in 3 Easy Steps
This perfect summer pie comes together in just 3 simple steps. It’s going to be your new favorite dessert, with a flaky, buttery crust and juicy strawberries in every bite!
- Blind Bake the Crust: Follow the instructions on your pie crust (homemade or store-bought) to blind bake it. Here’s a tip: Line the crust with foil and bake for 8 minutes to prevent shrinkage. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Sweet Strawberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and water until smooth. Bring it to a boil and whisk for 2 minutes until thickened. Take it off the heat and stir in the strawberry jello until dissolved. Let this cool for about 15 minutes.
- Assemble and Chill: Fill the baked pie crust with fresh strawberries, then pour the cooled sauce over them. Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or even overnight, until set. Serve with fresh whipped cream for an extra touch of summery goodness.
Strawberry Pie Recipe
This strawberry pie is bursting with sunshine! Sweet, juicy berries nestled in a flaky, homemade crust, all glazed with a touch of summer sweetness. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream, and you’ve got pure summertime bliss on a plate.
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) pre-baked pie crust (store-bought is fine!)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 (3-ounce) package strawberry Jello
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- Fresh whipping cream (optional)
Instructions
- Bake the crust: Follow the instructions on the pie crust package for baking. To prevent the crust from shrinking, line it with aluminum foil and bake for 8 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Let the crust cool completely.
- Make the filling: In a small saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and water until smooth. Bring to a boil and whisk constantly for 2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the strawberry Jello until dissolved. Let the mixture cool slightly, about 15 minutes.
- Assemble the pie: Arrange the sliced strawberries in the cooled pie crust. Pour the cooled jello mixture over the strawberries.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until set. Serve cold with fresh whipping cream, if desired.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Desserts
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 830kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 683mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 98g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
