Simply Delicious Strawberry Pie

June 12, 2025|The Simple Kitchen: Recipes

This simply delicious strawberry pie is the perfect treat for summer and will make your fresh-picked berries shine. Plus, the surprise cookie-like crust guarantees this recipe will stand out above the rest!

I have been making this strawberry pie recipe since my sister-in-law first shared it with me in 1988. It has been an annual favorite ever since. This non-fussy recipe doesn't even require you to make a traditional pastry crust - what's not to love about that! You can make this pie in 3 easy steps:

Step 1: Make the pie crust

Mix together these ingredients IN a 9-inch pie plate, using a fork:

1 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 Tbsp. milk

Press the mixture out to the edges with your fingertips, forming a crust. Prick the crust with a fork. Bake 15-18 minutes at 425 degrees. Cool.

Step 2: Make the strawberry filling

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
3 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. light corn syrup

Stir these together in a saucepan until boiling, then continue to stir until thick and clear. Add:

2 Tbsp. strawberry (or raspberry*) gelatin

Stir until well-blended. Allow to cool

*I use raspberry gelatin because I find the slightly tart flavor doesn't compete with the strawberry flavor - it seems to enhance it.*

Step 3: Assemble the pie

Stir 1 quart fresh halved (or sliced) strawberries into the cooled filling. Pour this into the pie crust and refrigerate. Top with whipped topping and strawberries before serving, if desired.

Enjoy this homemade summer treat and share it with family and friends!

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Hello! I’m Debbie — Lover of Jesus, Pastor’s Wife, Mom, Encourager, Hobby Gardener and passionate about the simple pleasures of life.