Description
This Fresh Strawberry Pie is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring a sweet and tangy gelatin filling studded with fresh strawberries set in a crisp pie crust. Perfectly chilled and topped with whipped cream, it’s a refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 (12-ounce) can lemon-lime soda
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 (3-ounce) package strawberry jello
- 1 (16-ounce) container fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and halved
Pie Crust
- 1 (9-inch) prepared pie crust (regular or graham cracker, baked according to package instructions)
Instructions
- Prepare Gelatin Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the lemon-lime soda and cornstarch. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue boiling for about 3 minutes until the liquid becomes nearly clear. Remove from heat and whisk in the strawberry jello until fully dissolved.
- Prepare Strawberries: While the gelatin mixture cools, wash the strawberries thoroughly, hull them, and cut each strawberry in half.
- Combine and Pour: Once the gelatin mixture has cooled but is still pourable, gently stir in the prepared strawberries. Pour the strawberry gelatin mixture evenly into the baked pie crust.
- Chill to Set: Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill until the gelatin is fully set, typically 3-4 hours.
- Serve: Slice the pie and serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or whipped topping for added richness and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the pie crust is fully baked and cooled before adding the gelatin filling to prevent sogginess.
- Using fresh, ripe strawberries enhances the flavor of the pie significantly.
- For a firmer filling, make sure to boil the cornstarch and soda mixture long enough until it thickens and clears.
- This pie is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- You can substitute lemon-lime soda with a similar carbonated citrus drink if desired.
