Description
This Easy Strawberry Slab Pie combines a crispy baked pie crust with fresh strawberries and a sweet, tangy strawberry jello filling made with lemon-lime soda. It’s a refreshing no-bake dessert centerpiece perfect for warm weather, served chilled and ideal for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 package refrigerated pie crust
Filling
- 32 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 1/2 cups lemon-lime soda
- 6 oz strawberry jello
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pie crust.
- Prepare Crust: Roll out the refrigerated pie crust to fit a 9×13-inch baking dish. Press it firmly into the dish and trim any excess dough for a clean edge.
- Bake Crust: Prick the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust turns golden brown. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely.
- Make Jello Mixture: In a saucepan, heat the lemon-lime soda until it reaches a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in the strawberry jello powder until fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool slightly to avoid melting the jello on the crust.
- Arrange Strawberries: Spread the sliced fresh strawberries evenly over the cooled baked pie crust, creating a thick fruit layer.
- Add Jello Layer: Pour the cooled jello mixture evenly over the strawberries, ensuring full coverage for a smooth set.
- Chill Pie: Refrigerate the assembled slab pie for at least 4 hours, or until the jello is fully set and firm to the touch.
- Serve: Once set, slice the pie into squares and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries to enhance flavor and texture.
- Ensure the pie crust is completely cooled before adding the jello mixture to prevent melting.
- You can substitute lemon-lime soda with another clear soda or sparkling water with lemon flavor for a less sweet option.
- This pie should be kept refrigerated and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
