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This No-Bake Strawberry Jello Pie is light, fluffy, creamy, and packed with fresh strawberry flavor. Made with strawberry gelatin, Cool Whip, and a graham cracker crust, it’s an easy no-bake dessert that’s perfect for spring and summer.
If you love easy strawberry desserts, be sure to try my Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake and Poke Cake with Strawberry Jello, too!
Why you’ll love this no-bake strawberry jello pie recipe!
This No-Bake Strawberry Jello Pie is very similar to a classic strawberry pie, but the strawberry flavor is amped up by using strawberry Jello instead of unflavored.
Rather than baking the crust, you’ll use a store-bought graham cracker crust, and the topping is made with Cool Whip. So easy! (Or use a homemade pretzel crust for Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad vibes.)
- No Baking Required: Perfect for hot summer days when you don’t want to heat up the kitchen.
- Easy to Make: Just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep work.
- Loaded with Strawberry Flavor: Fresh strawberries and strawberry gelatin create bold berry flavor in every bite.
- Perfect Make-Ahead Dessert: This pie chills beautifully and is ideal for parties, cookouts, and holidays.
Table of Contents
Ingredient Notes
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Fresh strawberries – Divided between the filling and garnish for fresh berry flavor.
- Strawberry gelatin – Adds color, flavor, and helps the pie set properly.
- Boiling water – Dissolves the gelatin completely.
- Ice cubes – Help cool and thicken the gelatin mixture quickly.
- Cold water – Combined with the ice to create the perfect gelatin consistency.
- Cool Whip – Creates a light, fluffy texture and helps stabilize the filling.
- Graham cracker crust – A ready-made crust keeps this recipe quick and easy.
Variations
- Use a chocolate cookie crust instead of graham cracker crust.
- Add fresh blueberries or raspberries along with the strawberries.
- Swap strawberry gelatin for raspberry gelatin.
- Top with homemade whipped cream just before serving.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas to the bottom of the crust before adding the filling.
How to Make Strawberry Jello Pie
- Mix the filling: Add the boiling water to the strawberry gelatin, and stir for 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Combine the ice cubes and cold water to equal 1 cup. Add this mixture to the gelatin, and stir until slightly thickened. Remove any unmelted ice. Fold the Cool Whip into the gelatin mixture. Then stir in the chopped strawberries.
- Chill briefly: Refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes or until it becomes very thick and mounds when spooned.
- Prepare the crust: Only if you’re not using store-bought.
- Fill the crust: Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or until fully set. Top with additional Cool Whip and the reserved sliced strawberries just before serving.
Serving Suggestions
I recommend serving each slice with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh strawberry on top. You can also use a combination of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries or add a sprig of fresh mint.
How to Store
Store this pie covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months and thaw it in the fridge before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fresh strawberries work best, but thawed and well-drained frozen strawberries can be used in a pinch.
Yes! This pie is perfect for making a day in advance.
Absolutely. A homemade crust works just as well as a store-bought crust.
The pie needs at least 6 hours in the refrigerator to fully set.
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No-Bake Strawberry Jello Pie
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries divided
- 2/3 cup boiling water
- 1 3 oz package JELL-O strawberry flavor gelatin
- ice cubes
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 8 oz Cool Whip whipped topping thawed
- 1 6 oz ready-to-use graham cracker crumb crust
Instructions
- Slice 1 cup strawberries; refrigerate for later use.
- Chop remaining strawberries; set aside.
- Add boiling water to gelatin mix; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved.
- Add enough ice to cold water to measure 1 cup.
- Add to gelatin; stir until slightly thickened. Remove any unmelted ice.
- Fold in cool whip to the gelatin mixture.
- Stir in chopped strawberries. Refrigerate 20 to 30 min. or until mixture is very thick and will mound. Spoon into crust.
- Refrigerate for 6 hours or until firm. Top with additional cool whip and sliced berries just before serving.
Notes
- Let the Cool Whip thaw completely before mixing.
- Stir the gelatin until fully dissolved to avoid grainy texture.
- Remove any unmelted ice cubes before adding the Cool Whip.
- Chill the filling until thickened before adding it to the crust.
- Make the pie no more than one day ahead for the freshest results.
Super easy to make , turns out great every time . Five Stars !!!!!!
can sugar free jello be used
I use sugar free jello to reduce the amount of sugar and calories. I have also made this with other jello flavors like lime.
Such a good idea! How did it turn out for you, Paula?
I will try this with gelatin sweetened with stevia. Can I also substitute an equal amount of real whipped cream for the Cool Whip?
Delish & super easy!! Will definitely be making this again!!
Delish & super easy!! Will be making again for sure!!
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