Strawberry Pie
A delightful dessert bursting with summer flavors, made with fresh strawberries and a sweet Jello mixture.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pint Strawberries (Fresh as possible) Use the ripest strawberries for best flavor.
- 1 cup Sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
- 1 cup Water
- 1 small box Jello Any flavor can be used for variations.
- 3 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 crust Graham Cracker Crust You can use any pie crust you prefer.
- to taste Cool Whip (Topping) Serve with a dollop on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the cornstarch into the water in a saucepan.
- Add the sugar and the Jello mix into the saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil for one minute, stirring constantly.
- Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
- Cut the strawberries into halves or quarters.
Assembly
- Place the cut strawberries in a bowl and pour the cooled Jello mixture over them.
- Stir until all the strawberries are fully coated.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
Chilling
- Place in the refrigerator for about 2 hours, or until the Jello sets.
- Serve chilled with a dollop of Cool Whip on top.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container. Best enjoyed within 3-4 days. For extra flavor, consider adding chopped mint leaves or use different flavors of Jello.