Fluffy Strawberry Cream Pie
Creamy, fluffy, and full of strawberry goodness, this strawberry cream pie is a dessert dream come true.
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 370kcal
Ingredients
The Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham crackers crumbs crushed
- 6 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 5 tablespoons brown sugar
The Strawberry Filling
- 3 oz box strawberry Jell-O mix
- ⅔ cup hot water
- ½ cup cold water
- white chocolate instant pudding ¾ of the box
- 8 oz cool whip divided
- ⅓ tsp vanilla extract
The Topping
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Start by mixing your graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and brown sugar until it has a soft, sandy texture. Press this mixture firmly into your pie dish, making sure it reaches the edges evenly. A little tip: pressing it down with the bottom of a glass helps the crust hold together when you slice. Let it chill in the fridge while you move on to the filling.
- For the strawberry base, stir the Jell-O mix into hot water until it dissolves completely, then add the cold water and stir again. Chill it briefly so it cools but doesn’t set, this keeps it easy to combine with the creamy layer later.
- Once cooled, whisk in the white chocolate pudding mix along with a splash of vanilla. This creates a smooth, creamy filling that’s sweet, rich, and just a little dreamy. Gently fold in half of the Cool Whip, lifting from the bottom as you fold to keep it light and fluffy. Cover and let it rest in the fridge for about 15 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Next, fold in the remaining Cool Whip until the filling is soft, airy, and fully combined. Spoon it into your chilled crust and use a spatula to smooth it to the edges, making sure it hugs the sides nicely.
- Cover your pie and refrigerate for at least six hours so the filling sets perfectly and the crust stays crisp.
- If you’d like a finishing touch, whip some cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Dollop or pipe this on top of the pie, it adds extra creaminess and makes it look irresistible.
- When you’re ready to serve, slice the pie carefully and enjoy. Each bite should have a crunchy crust, a creamy, fluffy filling, and that bright, fresh strawberry flavor that makes it a real treat for strawberry lovers.
Notes
- Don’t over-stir the pudding and Jell-O mixture, gentle mixing keeps it smooth.
- Taste the filling before chilling, a pinch more sugar or a drop of vanilla can perfect it.
- Cover the pie tightly in the fridge to prevent it from absorbing other flavors.