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Strawberry Jello Pie is a light, creamy, no-bake dessert that tastes like a cloud of strawberry sweetness in a graham cracker crust. I make this all summer long because it is practically foolproof, and the girls love how pretty and pink each slice turns out. With just a few simple ingredients, it is the easiest crowd-pleaser next to our no bake eclair cake.
This strawberry jello pie comes together in minutes, then the fridge does the rest.
Strawberry Jello Pie Quick Look
- 🕒 Prep Time: 40 minutes
- 🌡️ Cook Time: None
- ⏳ Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes (with chilling)
- 🍽️ Serving: 8 servings
- ⚡ Calories: 210kcal
- 🌶️ Flavor Profile: Light, sweet, and creamy with fresh strawberry flavor
- ✋ Difficulty: Easy, a simple no-bake pie
Quick Answer
To make Strawberry Jello Pie, dissolve strawberry jello in boiling water, then whisk in ice water until it slightly thickens. Fold in whipped topping, chill the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes, then spread it into a graham cracker crust. Refrigerate at least 4 hours until set, and serve with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
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- Strawberry Jello Pie Quick Look
- Quick Answer
- Why This Recipe Works
- Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Key Ingredients
- Variations and Substitutions
- How to Make Strawberry Jello Pie
- Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Serving Ideas and Suggestions
- Strawberry Jello Pie FAQs
- Other Recommended No Bake Dessert Recipes
- Strawberry Jello Pie
Why This Recipe Works
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- Jello sets the pie, no baking needed. The gelatin firms up in the fridge, so you get a sliceable, creamy pie without ever turning on the oven.
- Ice water cools it fast. Adding ice water after the boiling water cools and thickens the jello quickly so it is ready to fold in the topping.
- Whipped topping makes it creamy. Folding in whipped topping turns the jello into a light, mousse-like filling instead of a firm jello.
- A short chill before filling helps. Letting the mixture thicken for 20 to 30 minutes keeps it from soaking into the crust.
- Graham crust adds the perfect crunch. A store-bought graham cracker crust gives a buttery, crunchy base with zero effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It is a no-bake dessert that takes just minutes of hands-on time.
- The light, creamy strawberry filling is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- It is endlessly customizable with any jello flavor, just like our no bake cheesecake bites.
Key Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients for this Strawberry Jello Pie.
- Strawberry Jello: The star of the pie. It sets the filling and gives it that bright strawberry flavor and pink color.
- Whipped Topping: Folded in to make the filling light, creamy, and mousse-like.
- Graham Cracker Crust: A store-bought crust keeps this pie quick and easy. Buy the extra-servings size for a fuller pie.
- Boiling and Ice Water: Boiling water dissolves the jello, and ice water cools and thickens it fast.
- Fresh Strawberries: For garnish, along with whipped cream, to make every slice look bakery-pretty.
See recipe card for exact quantities.
Variations and Substitutions
This Strawberry Jello Pie is easy to switch up.
- Change the flavor: Use raspberry, cherry, lime, or any jello flavor you love.
- Add fresh fruit: Fold diced strawberries into the filling for bursts of fresh fruit.
- Use a different crust: Swap in an Oreo or shortbread crust.
- Make it lighter: Use sugar-free jello and light whipped topping.
- Make it a cheesecake: Beat in a little cream cheese for a richer, tangier filling.
How to Make Strawberry Jello Pie
- Dissolve the jello. In a large heat-proof bowl, whisk the strawberry jello with the boiling water until fully dissolved.
- Whisk in the ice water. Add the ice water and whisk until it combines and starts to slightly thicken.
- Fold in the whipped topping. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Chill until thickened. Refrigerate the filling for 20 to 30 minutes until it is slightly thickened.
- Fill the crust. Spread the filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth out the top.
- Chill and garnish. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set, then top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Use the extra-servings crust so the filling fits without overflowing.
- Do not skip the short chill before filling, it keeps the filling from soaking into the crust.
- Whisk out any lumps when dissolving the jello so the filling is smooth.
- Fold, do not stir, the whipped topping in gently to keep the filling light and airy.
- Chill overnight for the cleanest slices and the firmest set.
- Garnish just before serving so the whipped cream and strawberries stay fresh.
Serving Ideas and Suggestions
Serve this Strawberry Jello Pie chilled, topped with a swirl of whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices. It is the perfect light ending to a summer cookout next to a scoop of our no churn ice cream.
It is a beautiful addition to any dessert table. Pair it with our no bake key lime eclair cake and a platter of no bake cheesecake bites for an easy spread.
Hosting a party? Make this pie a day ahead so it is fully set and ready to slice, then serve it alongside our strawberry cheesecake bundt cake for a berry-themed dessert table.
Strawberry Jello Pie FAQs
No, Strawberry Jello Pie is a completely no-bake dessert. The jello sets the filling in the refrigerator, so you never need to turn on the oven.
Strawberry Jello Pie needs to chill at least 4 hours, but overnight is best. The longer it sets, the firmer it gets and the cleaner it slices.
Yes, you can make this Strawberry Jello Pie with any flavor of jello, like raspberry, cherry, or lime. The method stays exactly the same.
Store Strawberry Jello Pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep it chilled until you are ready to serve, since the filling softens at room temperature.
You can freeze Strawberry Jello Pie for up to a month for a frozen, ice-cream-like treat. Thaw it in the fridge for a softer, traditional pie texture.
If your Strawberry Jello Pie is not setting, the jello may not have been dissolved fully or it did not chill long enough. Make sure the powder is completely dissolved and give it at least 4 hours in the fridge.
Craving more easy no-bake treats? Try our creamy key lime eclair cake next.
Strawberry Jello Pie
Ingredients
- 3 ounce package strawberry jello mix
- ⅔ cup boiling water
- 1 cup ice water
- 8 ounces whipped topping
- 9- inch graham cracker crust with 2 extra servings
- Whipped cream for serving
- Fresh strawberries for serving
Instructions
- In a large heat-proof bowl, add the strawberry jello mix. Add the boiling water and whisk to combine until the jello is dissolved.3 ounce package strawberry jello mix, ⅔ cup boiling water
- Add the ice water and continue to whisk until it combines and starts to slightly thicken.1 cup ice water
- Fold in the whipped topping until smooth. Place in the fridge for 20-30 minutes until slightly thickened.8 ounces whipped topping
- Add the filling to the graham cracker crust and smooth out the top.9- inch graham cracker crust with 2 extra servings
- Refrigerate for about 4 hours or overnight is best until set.
- Serve with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if using.Whipped cream, Fresh strawberries
Notes
- Use other jello flavors, see above for some options.
- Make sure you use the graham cracker crust that says 2 extra servings.
- You can add in chopped strawberries for extra flavor and texture contrast.
- Make sure that you let this chill for at least 4 hours.
- This can be frozen, see my tips above.
- Homemade whipped cream can be used for this recipe.
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