Description
This Strawberry Cool Whip Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a creamy cream cheese and Cool Whip filling set in a graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and a layer of strawberry gelatin. Perfectly chilled for a refreshing treat that’s easy to prepare and serves 8.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Gelatin Topping
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Garnish
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Make the Creamy Filling: In a medium-sized bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Prepare the Strawberry Gelatin: In a separate small bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 1/2 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. Add 1/2 cup cold water and mix well. Let the gelatin mixture cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the cream cheese and Cool Whip mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust. Spread it evenly to cover the entire crust.
- Add the Gelatin and Strawberries: Once the gelatin has cooled, gently spoon the sliced strawberries into the gelatin mixture, then pour the gelatin over the pie, spreading it evenly on top of the cream cheese filling.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is set and the pie is firm.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the pie is set, top with chopped fresh strawberries for garnish. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to achieve a smooth filling without lumps.
- Allow the gelatin mixture to cool to room temperature before pouring over the pie to prevent melting the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of 4 hours to ensure it sets properly and is firm enough to slice.
- Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture in both the topping and gelatin layer.
- This pie is best served chilled and within 2 days of preparation for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
