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    Home » Recipes » Dessert

    Easy Strawberry Jello Pie

    Published: Jan 4, 2013 · Modified: Feb 9, 2022 by Kelsey Smith

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    Strawberry Jello pie is a retro, no-bake dessert with fresh strawberries, gelatin, and a store-bought or homemade graham cracker pie crust.

    This easy recipe takes less than 10 minutes to prep. The Jello then sets for 2 to 3 hours or even overnight, so it's a great make-ahead dessert. No-bake means nothing has to go in the oven. You can use a store-bought graham cracker pie crust or make a homemade graham cracker crust from scratch.

    Not counting the water and optional whipped topping, this easy strawberry Jello pie calls for only five ingredients. Easy, peasy.

    This gelatin dessert is a retro fruit pie recipe that was handed down by my grandmother. It is the perfect dessert for Valentine's Day, Easter, or your next summer cookout. It is sweet and delicious.

    This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Slice of strawberry jello pie on a small plated topped with a dollop of whipped cream.
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    • Ingredients
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    • Customize your pie
    • Storage
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    Looking for more strawberry-flavored recipes? Try these strawberry cupcakes.

    Ingredients

    This strawberry gelatin pie calls for just a few ingredients.

    Strawberry Jello Pie Ingredients: fresh strawberries, strawberry jello, corn starch, water, sugar, and a graham cracker pie crust.
    Ingredients
    • Water
    • Sugar
    • Corn starch
    • Strawberry gelatin
    • Graham cracker pie crust
    • Fresh strawberries
    • Whipped topping (optional)

    Directions

    Mix the water, sugar, and corn starch in a small saucepan, whisking until the corn starch is dissolved. Then, turn the heat to medium or medium-high and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.

    Water, sugar, and corn starch combined in a saucepan.
    Whisk the ingredients together before turning on the heat. This will help the corn starch dissolve properly.

    As soon as the mixture boils, remove it from the heat and stir in the gelatin. Whisk until the Jello is completely dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool until just warm to the touch (about 2 to 3 minutes)

    A saucepan containing a jello mixture. The jello is dissolved.
    Stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved.

    Meanwhile, line the pie crust with strawberries. Arrange them cut-side down or toss them in—it's up to you!

    Strawberries cut side facing down in a graham cracker pie crust.
    Arrange the berries however you would like, just be sure they are evenly distributed.

    When the Jello mixture is cool enough to touch, pour it evenly over the strawberries.

    Strawberries cut side facing down in a graham cracker pie crust with jello poured evenly over top.
    Do not attempt to serve before the Jello is set or the filling will be runny.

    Place the pie in the refrigerator and allow it to set for at least 2 to 3 hours.

    Note: The pie filling will not firm up completely like regular Jello, it will be closer to a traditional pie filling consistency.

    Slice of strawberry jello pie on a small plated.

    Top with whipped cream (optional) and enjoy!

    Equipment

    You'll need:

    • Small saucepan
    • Whisk
    • Cutting board
    • Chef's knife

    You may also want a pie server to plate your pie.

    Customize your pie

    This recipe calls for strawberry Jello, but my grandma's original recipe called for lemon Jello, so feel free to mix and match flavors to make your perfect pie. Using a flavor other than strawberry can create a little bit of flavor complexity.

    This recipes uses a pre-made graham cracker pie crust (like Honeymaid or Keebler), but it can also be made with frozen ready-to-bake. To use a frozen or refrigerated flaky pie shell, fully bake the crust before filling with your strawberries and gelatin mixture.

    Storage

    This pie is best enjoyed fresh. Store covered in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. Eventually, the strawberries will release moisture and the pie will become soggy.

    It is not recommended to freeze Jello because the texture and consistency change, becoming thin and watery.

    Slice of strawberry jello pie on a small plated topped with a dollop of whipped cream.

    Top tips

    • Use fresh strawberries, NOT frozen. Frozen strawberries release too much moisture when thawed. This will affect the consistency of the pie filling.
    • Wait until your strawberries are ripe. While there is plenty of sugar in this recipe, you can easily taste how tart an unripe strawberry is.
    • Dissolve the cornstarch. Be sure to whisk the water, sugar, and corn starch mixture before turning on the heat. Read the steps carefully.

    📖 Recipe

    Slice of strawberry jello pie on a small plated topped with a dollop of whipped cream.

    Strawberry Jello Pie

    Strawberry Jello pie is a retro, no-bake dessert with fresh strawberries, gelatin, and a store-bought or homemade graham cracker pie crust.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Refrigeration time: 3 hours
    Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
    Calories: 281kcal
    Author: Kelsey Smith
    Cost: $8
    Servings: 8

    Equipment

    • Small sauce pan
    • Whisk
    • Cutting board
    • Chef's knife
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup water cold
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 3 tablespoons corn starch
    • 3 oz strawberry gelatin
    • 1 graham cracker pie crust
    • 1 pound fresh strawberries quartered, about 2 cups
    • whipped cream topping optional

    Instructions

    • Mix the water, sugar, and corn starch in a small saucepan, whisking until the corn starch is dissolved. Then, turn the heat to medium or medium-high and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
    • As soon as the mixture boils, remove it from the heat and stir in the gelatin. Whisk until the Jello is completely dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool until just warm to the touch (about 2 to 3 minutes)
    • Meanwhile, line the pie crust with strawberries. Arrange them how you like and evenly distribute.
    • When the Jello mixture is cool enough to touch (about 2 to 3 minutes), pour it evenly over the strawberries.
    • Place the pie in the refrigerator and allow it to set for at least 2 to 3 hours.
    • Top with whipped cream topping (optional) and enjoy!

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    Notes

    The pie filling will not firm up completely like regular Jello, it will be closer to a traditional pie filling consistency.
    To use a frozen or refrigerated flaky pie shell, fully bake the crust before filling with your strawberries and gelatin mixture.
    This pie is best enjoyed fresh. Store covered in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. Eventually, the strawberries will release moisture and the pie will become soggy. Freezing is not recommended.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

    Note: Nutrition was estimated using WP Recipe Maker.

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    Frequently asked questions

    When is strawberry season?

    The answer is it depends on where your grocery store gets its strawberries from.
    In Florida, the season is December through April. It's generally marked by the Florida Strawberry Festival, an 11-day festival in March. In California, the harvest season is April through July. You can get ripe strawberries nearly year-round.

    Can I use sugar-free Jello?

    Yes, you can use sugar-free Jello in this recipe. You can also use a sugar substitute for the added sugar. My grandmother used Splenda.

    Can I use store brand Jello?

    Yes, both name brand and store brand strawberry gelatin will perform great in this recipe.

    Can I freeze Jello?

    It is not recommended to freeze Jello because the texture and consistency change, becoming thin and watery.

    Top-down view of a whole strawberry jello pie. Text at the top reads no bake strawberry jello pie.Slice of strawberry jello pie on a small plated topped with a dollop of whipped cream. Text at the top reads no bake strawberry jello pie.

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    About Kelsey Smith

    I am a freelance content writer for college-level textbooks by day, mommy by night, and a blogger in between. I live in Knoxville, Tennessee with my husband, Xavier. When I'm not working on college textbooks, you might find me here, sharing recipes, social media tutorials, and more.

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    1. Gina says

      October 10, 2021 at 3:53 pm

      5 stars
      Hi, this recipe was exactly what I remembered it to be.
      My pie is chilling now. Can’t wait!
      Thank you for making my Sunday great!

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      • Kelsey Smith says

        October 10, 2021 at 6:55 pm

        You are so welcome, thank your for stopping by to say hello!

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