Description
Sweet summer memories bloom in this classic Strawberry Icebox Pie, where creamy filling meets a buttery graham cracker crust. Fresh strawberries and cool whipped cream create a delightful dessert you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling Ingredients:
- 1 can strawberry pie filling
- 1 cup fresh diced strawberries
- 1/4 cup sugar (if using fresh strawberries)
- 3.5 teaspoons strawberry jello powder
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Dairy and Cream Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces) eagle brand sweetened condensed milk
- 1 container (8 ounces) cool whip
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 graham cracker crust
Instructions
- Whisk condensed milk and whipped topping in a large bowl until smooth and airy, creating a creamy base for the pie.
- Sprinkle dry gelatin powder into the mixture, stirring thoroughly to ensure complete integration and prevent lumps.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice into the cream mixture, blending until the consistency transforms into a light, voluminous texture.
- Gently incorporate strawberry pie filling or macerated fresh strawberries, distributing the fruit evenly throughout the creamy base.
- Transfer the luscious filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula for an elegant finish.
- Refrigerate the pie for minimum 120 minutes, allowing the filling to set and flavors to meld together completely.
- Before serving, artfully arrange additional fresh strawberry slices on top for a vibrant, appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Swap traditional graham cracker crust with gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour crust for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Ensure all ingredients are cool before mixing to maintain the perfect fluffy texture and prevent separation.
- Macerate extra fresh strawberries in sugar before adding to enhance natural sweetness and intensify fruity flavor.
- This pie can be prepared up to 2 days in advance, making it perfect for stress-free entertaining and meal planning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg