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Fresh Strawberry Jell-O Pie Recipe

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This easy and refreshing Fresh Strawberry Jell-O Pie features juicy, vibrant strawberries glazed with a sweet Strawberry Jell-O sauce atop a flaky homemade or store-bought pie crust. With only six main ingredients and a simple preparation process, this pie is perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you want a light, fruity dessert everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 3 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

Pie

  • 1 (9-inch) pie crust, scratch or store-bought refrigerated
  • 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
  • 6 cups strawberries, quartered, halved, or thinly sliced (use fresh berries)

Strawberry Pie Glaze

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 6 ounces Strawberry Jell-o (one 6-ounce box or two 3-ounce boxes)

Instructions

  1. Blind Bake the Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan. To prevent the crust from bubbling up, weigh it down with dry beans or pie weights wrapped inside a sheet of foil. Bake the crust for approximately 15 minutes until lightly golden and set.
  2. Seal the Crust: Remove the weights and foil from the crust. Brush the crust evenly with the lightly beaten egg whites. Return the crust to the oven and bake for an additional 3 minutes. This step seals the crust, preventing sogginess from the glaze and strawberries.
  3. Prepare the Strawberries: While the crust cools, wash and quarter, halve, or thinly slice 6 cups of fresh strawberries. Arrange the strawberries evenly inside the cooled pie crust.
  4. Make the Strawberry Pie Glaze: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1½ cups granulated sugar, 4½ tablespoons cornstarch, and 1½ cups water. Stir constantly until the sugar and cornstarch dissolve completely and the mixture thickens slightly, which usually takes a few minutes.
  5. Add Jell-O and Cool: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 6 ounces of Strawberry Jell-O until fully dissolved. Allow the glaze to cool until it’s just barely warm but not setting. This temperature prevents cooking the strawberries and keeps the crust from becoming soggy.
  6. Glaze the Strawberries: Pour the warm strawberry glaze evenly over the fresh strawberries in the pie, making sure all berries are well coated to create a beautiful shiny finish.
  7. Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour to allow the glaze to fully set. For best results, you can prepare the pie the night before serving to ensure a well-chilled dessert.
  8. Serve: Optionally serve the pie with whipped cream, whipped topping, or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence. Enjoy your fresh strawberry pie!

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Ensure the glaze has cooled sufficiently before pouring over the berries to prevent sogginess.
  • You can use either a homemade or store-bought refrigerated pie crust depending on your preference and time.
  • If blind baking a homemade crust, weigh it down properly to maintain shape and avoid bubbling.
  • The pie is best served well chilled and can be made ahead of time for convenience.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/fresh-strawberry-jell-o-pie-recipe/