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My fresh strawberry pie is one of those desserts that looks gorgeous but is so easy to make. A premade pie crust, juicy, fresh strawberries, and a quick homemade glaze come together to make a glossy, beautiful pie!
A Summer Classic for a Reason
- Fresh Strawberry Flavor: This pie lets sweet, juicy strawberries be the star, which makes every bite taste bright and fresh.
- A Classic Summer Dessert: It’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, holidays, or any time you have beautiful strawberries to use.
- So Pretty on the Table: The glossy strawberry filling looks gorgeous with almost no extra effort, especially with a little whipped cream on top.
Strawberry Pie Ingredients
- 9-Inch Pie Crust: You can use either a premade or homemade pie crust here.
- Strawberry Jello Mix: Adds extra berry flavor and also helps the filling set up properly. This way, it can be cut into uniform slices without making a mess.
- Strawberries: Fresh is the way to go!
- Fresh Whipping Cream: (Optional) The perfect creamy topping.
How to Make a Homemade Strawberry Pie
It only takes 3 simple steps to whip up this fresh strawberry pie recipe! It’s so flaky and buttery with juicy strawberries in every bite. You’re going to love it! Want a creamy version? Make my Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie.
- Blind Bake the Crust: Bake the store-bought crust according to package directions. To help the crust stay in place while baking, line it with aluminum foil, then bake for 8 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Strawberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch, sugar, and water and whisk until smooth. Bring it to a boil and whisk for 2 minutes until it starts to thicken.
- Add Gelatin and Cool: Remove from the heat and stir in the strawberry Jell-O until dissolved. Let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes.
- Strawberry Pie Filling: Place the strawberries in the crust, then pour the cooled glaze mixture over them.
- Chill: Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight until set. Serve strawberry pie with fresh whipping cream.
Can You Use a Homemade Crust?
Yes! I love using my Grandma’s Perfect Pie Crust for homemade pies. It doesn’t take long at all to make and adds a little more flavor and thickness to the pie.
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Fresh Strawberry Pie
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 (3-ounce) package strawberry Jell-O
- 4 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- Fresh whipping cream.
Instructions
- Bake the 1 (9-inch) pie crust according to package directions. To help the crust stay in place while baking, line it with aluminum foil, then bake for 8 minutes. Remove foil, and bake for an additional 5.
- In a small saucepan, combine 2 tbsp cornstarch, 3/4 cup sugar, and 1 cup Water and whisk until smooth. Bring it to a boil and whisk for 2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Remove from the heat and stir in the 1 (3-ounce) package strawberry Jell-O until dissolved. Let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes.
- Place the 4 cups fresh strawberries into the crust and pour the cooled mixture over the strawberries. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight until set. Serve with Fresh whipping cream..
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Notes
- Fridge: Properly stored in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap, your strawberry pie will last for about 2 days at normal room temperature or 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Switch Up the Crust
The best pies start at the crust, so here are a few more recipes for you to try out! Whether you’re wanting something extra buttery, a graham cracker crust or gluten-free, these are all great options for your summer fruit pies.
Made it twice already amazing. Can I do this same recipe with fresh peaches?
Yes! That sounds delicious! You can use 4 cups peeled and diced peaches (about 3 peaches) and then 1 (3oz) box of peach jello. All of the rest of the ingredients and instructions will stay the same. This sounds so yummy, let me know how it turns out!!
Made this Strawberry pie couple of weeks ago and it was a hit. So, here we go again. So yummy
I’m so glad you liked it enough to make it again! Thanks for commenting and leaving a review!
Can you flour in place of cornstarch?
Yes, you can use flour instead of cornstarch. Use 1/4 cup of flour in place of the 2 tbsp cornstarch. Let me know how it turns out!
Made this with a graham cracker crust, which is what my Husband brought home for me and this pie was devoured – zero leftovers! Will be making this again, and again, and again! ❤️
Can I use strawberries I froze this summer as I had lots. Thanks KToner
Hi Karen, thank you for your question. Yes you can use frozen strawberries, but the frozen strawberries will end up mushy. It’s not gonna have the best outcome/texture with thawed berries. Frozen are better for a baked strawberry dessert.
This was yummy, but the glaze part is too thick. Cornstarch + jello leads to clumpy, gummy gelatinous texture. I’d try it again following the jello instructions on the box, leaving out the cornstarch.
Did you stir the cornstarch and water together before putting in your saucepan ?? I then added the sugar and the dry Jello once I had put the water/cornstarch to boil, stirring constantly to a good boil. Once it was getting thick, I set it aside to cool, while I cut up my strawberries. Thought this may help you next time.
This is the best Strawberry Pie ever. It is so easy to make. It is definitely a keeper recipe. Thank you.
Isn’t it the best? I’m so glad you liked it!
Yay! I’m so glad you liked it! It’s a favorite at my house too!
This recipe is easy to follow and is a favorite in my family. I always get requests to make it 🙂
Have made this twice. Perfect!! Thanks!!
You did the strawberry sauce the correct way. WTG
Can you freeze this pie?
Yes you can! The texture of the strawberries might change a little after it’s thawed, but it will still taste great. ?
Made this AMAZING pie for my friends birthday and it was so easy. Made my own fresh whipped cream and just served it on the table so everyone could help themselves. It was perfect. Thank you for the win!!!
How many days in advance can I make this recipe?
It will stay good in the fridge for up to 5 days, but I recommend serving it within the first 2 days!
I made this a dinner party and it was a big hit. It is SO easy to make and delicious.
Hi Patty! So happy you liked the recipe! Strawberry pie is definitely one of my go-tos for dinner parties.
Very easy to make. Look delicious.
Can you make this pie using freshly frozen strawberries
This works best with fresh strawberries.