Description
Strawberry Cool Whip Pie is a refreshing and easy-to-make no-bake dessert perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Featuring a creamy strawberry-flavored Cool Whip filling set in a crunchy graham cracker crust and studded with fresh strawberries, this pie requires minimal prep and is chilled to achieve a delightful, airy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
Filling
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip (thawed)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
Garnish (optional)
- Extra strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Dissolve Gelatin: In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 1/2 cup boiling water, stirring well to fully incorporate the gelatin granules.
- Cool Gelatin Mixture: Stir in 1/2 cup cold water to the gelatin mixture and let it cool down to room temperature to avoid melting the whipped topping later.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Once the gelatin mixture has cooled, gently fold in the entire thawed tub of Cool Whip until the filling is smooth and creamy without deflating it excessively.
- Add Strawberries: Gently stir in the sliced fresh strawberries, distributing them evenly through the filling.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the prepared filling into the pre-made graham cracker crust and smooth the top using a spatula for an even surface.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until the filling is fully set and firm enough to slice.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with additional fresh strawberries for an inviting presentation.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute with sugar-free gelatin and light whipped topping.
- This pie can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Avoid freezing as it can negatively affect the texture of the pie.
