Easy Strawberry Pie

Easy Strawberry Pie is delicious and filled with fresh strawberries. This easy pie only takes about 40 minutes from start to finish. My favorite thing about this recipe is that it requires only six ingredients, and I'm willing to bet you already have most of them in your pantry. 

I grew up not far from my Shoney's. Every Sunday morning, my parents would load all of us kids into the car, and we would eat at Shoney's. We looked forward to that breakfast meal every week.

At least once a month, my mom would buy one of their Strawberry Pies to bring home for us to enjoy later. As I grew up, I began to think of Shoney's as the Strawberry Pie place.

Now that I do not live close to a Shoney's. I wanted to make one of these pies for my family since I can't grab one from the restaurant. This Easy Strawberry Pie is just what I was craving and turned into a fantastic dessert that my entire family loved.

This easy strawberry pie is perfect for your summer cookout, Memorial Day party, or 4th of July. Don't let those holidays stop you though, you can enjoy this delicious dessert any day of the week. There's no need to wait for a memorable holiday.

I've always been a huge cake fan. That soft layer of cake topped with sweet and creamy frosting is a dessert that I just can't resist. Add some strawberry to that cake, and I'm in heaven. This pie recipe beats cake out any day of the week.

Do I need strawberry glaze for this recipe

No, for this Easy Strawberry pie recipe, we are using jello instead of a strawberry glaze. We will be adding a thickener to our jello so that the strawberry pie really firms up. I prefer the texture of the jello over the texture of the strawberry glaze. 

What is the most difficult part of making this pie

The most challenging part of making this Strawberry Pie recipe is making the strawberry jello and slicing your strawberry. If you really think about it, that means that this strawberry pie recipe is very simple to make.

It takes minimal effort, though it does require some patience since it is best to allow it to chill for a while before serving.

Can I freeze Strawberry Pie

Yes, you can freeze this strawberry pie. To freeze this tasty pie, simply cover your pie tightly in plastic or press and seal wrap once the pie has thoroughly cooled.

It is imperative you make sure that your pie has completely cooled before wrapping as you do not want moisture to build up inside your plastic wrap.

Once your pie is covered, place it in the freezer and store it for up to three months. To thaw, remove from the freezer and place in the fridge for about 4 to 6 hours or overnight and then serve.

Can I use a homemade pie crust

If you have a buttery homemade pie crust recipe that your family loves, then feel free to use that. You need to be sure that you use a deep-dish pie pan and a deep-dish pie crust.

A shallow or regular pie crust is not deep enough for this recipe. If you are using a store-bought pie crust, you also need to make sure that you purchase a store-bought deep-dish pie crust.

Can I use frozen strawberries in this recipe

No, frozen strawberries will not work well in this recipe. Unfortunately, frozen strawberries release too much water as they thaw. This release of water will thin out your jello. If the water thins out your jello, your strawberry pie filling will not hold together and will become runny. Trust me, you do not want a runny filling to your pie.  

Ingredients for Strawberry Pie 

• 9 inch deep dish pie crust
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• ¾ cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 (3 ounce) box strawberry jello
• 2 ½ pounds fresh strawberries

How to Make Strawberry Pie

1. Prick the crust with a fork and bake the crust according to package directions. 
2. Let cool.
3. In a small pot whisk together the cornstarch, sugar and water until smooth. 
4. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes or until it starts to thicken. 
5. Remove from the heat and whisk in the strawberry jello.
6. Set aside and let cool while you prep the strawberries.
7. Slice your strawberries in half and place in a large bowl.
8. Toss the strawberries with the jello mixture.
9. Pour everything into the cooled pie crust.
10. Place in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving.
11. Serve with whipped cream.

How do I store Strawberry Pie

You can store strawberry pie in the fridge for up to five days. Be sure to keep your pie tightly covered while you are storing your Easy Strawberry Pie. Have no fear your pie will disappear quickly and fly right out of your fridge. 

It's fresh strawberry season and that means that it's the perfect time to make this delicious Strawberry Pie recipe. Strawberries taste their sweetest while they are in season. And this pie recipe is the perfect way to really show off those fresh and ripe strawberries.

How long do I store my pie in the fridge

After you have made your pie, you will need to store your pie in the fridge for up to five days. Make sure that before you serve your pie, you allow your pie to chill for at least 4 hours at a minimum. Making this pie ahead is possible. You can make your pie up to 24 hours before your event.

If you are heading to the strawberry patch this summer, this recipe is the perfect way to use your fresh strawberries. You will not be disappointed with how delicious your fresh strawberry taste is in your pie. 

What should I top my Strawberry Pie with

I like to top the strawberry pie with fresh whipped cream. You could use Cool Whip or canned whip cream.  If you are using Cool Whip and want your topping to look pretty place your Cool Whip into a piping bag and pipe your whipped cream on top of your pie in swirls.

Give each slice of piece a swirl of whipped cream, and then add a fresh strawberry to the top of your whipped cream swirl. 

More Delicious Strawberry Recipes

The Best Strawberry Banana Cake

Best Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge

Strawberry Pretzel Salad 

Chocolate Strawberry Layered Dessert 

Strawberry Whipped Cream Dessert