Strawberry Cool Whip Pie (Print)
Fresh berries and a smooth whipped topping create the perfect no-bake dessert for any occasion.
# Ingredients:
→ Pie Crust
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6 ounce premade graham cracker pie crust
→ Gelatin Mixture
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3 ounce strawberry flavored instant gelatin
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0.25 ounce pouch unflavored gelatin
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½ cup boiling water
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½ cup cold water
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¼ cup crushed ice
→ Filling
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8 ounce container cool whip, thawed
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1¾ cup washed, hulled, dried, and chopped strawberries (+ 4 halved whole strawberries for optional garnish)
→ Topping (Optional)
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Canned whipped topping
# Directions:
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Using a medium heat-safe mixing bowl, add the strawberry jello powder. Pour the ½ cup of boiling water over the jello and stir until completely dissolved.
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Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold water. Allow the gelatin to dissolve and bloom.
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Pour the bloomed gelatin into the dissolved strawberry jello mixture and whisk to completely combine.
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Stir in the crushed ice and stir until the ice is completely melted.
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Sprinkle ¾ cup of the chopped strawberries into the bottom of the premade graham cracker crust.
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Fold in the thawed cool whip and remaining 1 cup of chopped strawberries with the jello mixture. Evenly spread the cool whip and jello mixture into the premade crust.
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Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours. Slice the pie into 8 slices. Before serving, garnish each slice with canned whipped topping and a halved strawberry, if desired.
# Notes:
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It is important to thoroughly pat dry the hulled, chopped strawberries before folding them into the pie.
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Fresh blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries can be added for variety.
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Ensure at least 4 hours of chilling time for the pie to set properly.