This Strawberry Slab Pie is a spin on my favorite fresh strawberry pie that my grandma made every summer. A fantastic dessert for any summer get together, barbecue or potluck!
Don't miss the video to see how simple this dessert comes together!
Strawberry Slab Pie
I have been intending to share this fresh strawberry pie recipe for ages. It is so good, so so good.
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Slab pies are all over the magazines and pinterest and thought that it is the best idea ever, especially for summer cookouts. I made a quick shortbread crust that didn't require any rolling. I will be definitely using this shortbread crust for other pies.
How to Make Strawberry Slab Pie:
- Mix flour, sugar, salt and butter together until crumbly.
- Press into a 18 x 12 -inch sheet pan and prick all over with a fork. Bake.
- Add a jello, sugar, cornstarch, salt and Sprite to a saucepan and bring to a boil and whisk until thickened.
- Remove from heat and cool.Slice strawberries. Arrange over crust. Pour filling over strawberries Refrigerate 2 hours or until set.
Garnish with whipped topping.
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Strawberry Pie with Jello
This strawberry pie with jello recipe is super simple and I love the filling. It's so much better than the gloopy glaze that you can buy in the little containers. Made easily in a sheet pan, it is easy to make ahead and take to a cookout!
If you attend any summer parties or get togethers, this is the dessert that you must make. It is light and fresh and just plain delicious.
Plus the summer berries are just so bright and pretty. I just know you are going to love it!
Strawberries have always been my favorite. This pie makes me think of the times my grandma would take us to the big strawberry fields near her house. I am sure we would eat just as many strawberries as we put in the basket.
One time my cousin Stacy was with us for strawberry picking and we spotted a snake in the field. We screamed and ran like heck.
I'm sure our screaming scared the snake and as it slithered away, Stacy was running right after the snake without realizing it.
The rest of us were calling after her but she just kept going. Eventually the snake took off in a different direction. We laughed and laughed afterwards.
We had such fun times picking peaches and strawberries. I'm sure we were way more trouble than we were worth though. Grandma's really are the best.
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You might also love this Peach Slab Pie! I am not sure which is my favorite! If you try them let me know which one you like best! We always love a batch of Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Icing for summer parties.
More Strawberry Recipes to Check Out:
- Easy Strawberry Cake
- Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Parfaits
- Strawberry Lavender Mousse
- Strawberry Shortcake Egg Rolls
- Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Pie
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Strawberry Slab Pie
Perfect for feeding a crowd! This strawberry slab pie is a twist on my grandma's strawberry pie with a shortbread crust.
Ingredients
for the crust:
- 2 ¼ cup all purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup cold butter, cut into cubes
for the pie:
- 6 oz strawberry jello
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- 20 oz sprite (2 ½ cups)
- 32 oz strawberries, washed and tops removed
- Whipped topping or whipped cream for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Mix flour, sugar, salt and butter together until crumbly.
- Press into a 18 x 12 inch sheet pan and prick all over with a fork.
- Bake 22-25 minutes or until light brown.
- Remove from oven and cool.
- Add a jello, sugar, cornstarch, salt and Sprite to a saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a boil and whisk until stir thickened.
- Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Slice strawberries.
- Arrange over crust.
- Pour filling over strawberries Refrigerate 2 hours or until set.
- Garnish with whipped topping.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 305Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 212mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 2gSugar: 31gProtein: 3g
Nutritional information is estimated and may not be accurate.
Lezlie
Can you confirm 20 oz of Sprite? Just seems like a lot of liquid. I'm looking forward to making this for a church get together. Thanks!
ColleenB.~Texas
There are 12 oz. per can of Sprite so you would need almost 2 - 12oz. cans; 8 oz. in a cup so you will need 2.5 cups
Crystal
Probably a dumb question but is the 6 oz of Jello prepared? Do I add the water like the package instructs?
Milisa
Hi Crystal,
In step number 6, you add the package of jello to the saucepan with sugar, cornstarch, salt and sprite. So you don't prepare according to the package directions, just use the jello powder with the other ingredients to make the filling for the strawberries. Let me know if you have more questions.
~Milisa
Dorthy Schraeder
You have got to be kidding, READ THE RECIPE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
robert
You have got to be kidding, READ THE RECIPE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I read it 3 times and no where does it say not to mix per instructions. Some of us don't read minds as good as you, the recipes I see always say do not mix just add the powder if they don't want it mixed. So back off.
Sara
Dorthy. Don’t be so rude. Seriously. I appreciate all the clarifications.
Michelle
Can you use frozen berries and if so, how many cups would you use and what would be different in the steps if using frozen berries? Thank you, michelle
Milisa
Hi Michelle,
Frozen berries will not work well in this recipe. They will have too much liquid as they thaw making the pie runny instead of setting up.
~ Milisa
ROSE
WOW!!!!!!! RUDE MUCH??!!!!!!
Milisa
Hi Lezlie, 20 oz of Sprite is correct. That would be 2 1/2 cups. My pan is about 18 x 12, like a half sheet pan. I hope you enjoy the pie!
Judy
Thank you for this info. I was wondering what size pan to use. This sounds delicious & perfect for a fully vaccinated family gathering. 😊
Milisa
Hi Judy,
I used an 18 x 12 inch pan.
~ Milisa
Lezlie
P.S. What size pan is that? Thanks so much!!!
ColleenB.~Texas
I also would like to know what size pan you used as I have several baking pans in different sizes.
Thank you
Milisa
Hi Colleen,
I used my half sheet pan which is about 18 x 12. Thanks for stopping by!
~Miss
Brenda
Hello. Can you use a smaller pan for a smaller crowd ? 🙂 If I cut ingredients in half, what size sheet pan should I use? Thanks!!
Milisa
Hi Brenda,
I haven't tried that but I think you could use a jelly roll pan which is slightly smaller, like 10 x 15 or you could use one of those glass baking dishes that are like 8 X 10. This is basically my grandma's pie, doubled for a sheet pan, so I think cutting it in half should work just fine.
~ Milisa
Liz
Sounds so good. Thank you. Have a great weekend.
Milisa
Thanks Liz! I hope your weekend is wonderful as well.
~Miss
DJ
I so remember this recipe, great idea for the super size, it's that good.
Milisa
Thanks! XOXO
Susan
So, you used the brown sugar shortbread crust with this strawberry slab pie?
Milisa
Hi Susan, I just linked to my brown sugar shortbread in case you want to try it as well. The actual crust recipe is in the recipe card. Sorry for the confusion.
~Miss
Tally erp 9
This sounds amazing!
Milisa
Thanks so much!
Tammie
Seems like a TON of sugar what with the jello, sugar AND soda. Can you suggest a way to cut it down? Is the sugar really necessary in the filling? Sounds so good, but terribly sweet!
Milisa
Hi Tammie,
This is the way I have always made this. It is sweet but not overly sweet. I haven't ever tried using less sugar so I'm not sure how it would turn out.
~Miss
Carrie
I think just using the strawberry glaze would work just as well. I make pies with it, and the strawberries are excellent! Here's how the pies are made (if you are interested). I bake the pie shell till browned. Make i box of cooked vanilla pudding (has to be the cooked pudding, not instant). When pie shell has cooled, add vanilla pudding and refrigerate until well chilled. mix strawberries with glaze (follow recipe on pkg) put on chilled pudding and add the whip cream to cover top. I buy the whip cream you have to whip, instant whip cream is no t as good.
Milisa
Thanks for stopping by to share your ideas.
~Miss
Teresa
Strawberry glaze isn't good in this pie, and especially not the pudding. This pie is perfect the way the recipe is, it's a great dessert light and delicious made the way it states. Instant pudding and glaze is full of preservatives and besides its totally awful tasting
Teresa
Sorry I meant cooked box pudding is terrible
YI
This sounds great!! Can you make this the day before you plan on serving it? Do you have any suggestions for what I can make ahead of time and then do right before serving? Thanks!
Milisa
Yes, you can make this a day in advance. Just refrigerate until ready to serve.
~Miss
Elaine
I made this recipe but my crust didn't seem to come together, it was very crumbly. Is ONE cup of butter correct? Thanks.
Milisa
Hi Elaine, 1 cup of butter is correct. The mixture is crumbly but you should be able to mash it together into the sheet pan. If you feel it is not right, maybe add in another tablespoon of butter or two until it seems right. It could be a difference in the brand of flour or butter. I hope this helps.
~Miss
Terri
Is one cup of butter equivalent to 2 sticks?
Milisa
Hi Terri,
That is right, 1 cup of butter is 2 sticks.
~ Milisa
Kathy
I also had trouble pricking my crust. I panicked because I was making this for a party the next day and no time to change my plans. My husband suggested putting it in the freezer to firm up first. He was right. I put it in for about 20 minutes and that worked. Although I lightly pushed down around the fork when I could see it fall apart. So while mine was not pricked as nicely as the video all was fine and the pie was excellent.
Connie
I had trouble pricking the dough also, I just baked it for 10 minutes then pricked it. All was good. Thus is a wonderful recipe. I just picked 4lbs of strawberries today and will be making this for Mother's Day. Can't wait. Thank you for this great recipe. I love the Sprite in place of water. Yummy!!
Ellen Hansmann
I am wondering what degree do you bake the crust and for how long?
Milisa
Hi Ellen,
Bake at 325° for about 22- 25 minutes. All of this is in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
~ Milisa
Carolyn Heinbach
Its a lot for one person .....How long will it hold up in the fridge?????
Thanks
Milisa
Hi Carolyn, It is a lot for one person! My pie kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You could do half a recipe and make it in a regular pie plate too. I hope this helps!
~Miss
Cundy
Can I use 9x13pan
Sandy M.
Can you use Water in place of the soda? I make a strawberry pie and I use water in place of soda
Milisa
Hi Sandy,
I haven't ever made it with water but I really think it would turn out just fine. Let me know how it turns out if you try it.
~Miss
Sara
What is the consistency of the glaze when complete?
Milisa
Hi Sara, After refrigerating the pie, the glaze sets up like jello. I hope that helps.
~Miss
Marylou Strong
I made this yesterday for a huge group and it was a hit. My pan was just a wee bit bigger so I had to make a bit more glaze, and I used 3 quarts of our local strawberries. I think if you used water you may lose some of the flavor you get from the Sprite . I would definitely make it again!
Milisa
Hi Marylou, I'm so happy that you tried it out. It is an easy recipe to adjust for how many people you are feeding. Thanks so much for the feedback!
Annika
My hubby's favorite thing in the whole world is strawberries, and I usually make a strawberry pie for his birthday. I thought I would try this when I came across it a couple of days ago. I loved it! I too thought there was a lot of sugar in it so I made it with only a 1/4 c. I think I could have left all of the added sugar out and it would have been fine. I was just worried it might change the consistency of the filling, but it didn't. Thank you for sharing this yummy recipe!
Milisa
Hi Annika, I'm so glad you enjoyed the pie. Thanks for stopping by with your feedback.
~Miss
Mikell
This pie is a family favorite at our home! I was worried about the sugar too. I used 1/2 Stevia and 1/2 cane sugar for the glaze. Additionally, I used 1 small box of sugar free jello and diet sprite. It was delicious! For the crust, I used the named ingredients and did not substitute the sugar because it was such a small amount.
Jessica
How many cups of jello does it take?
Milisa
Hi Jessica- It takes 2 small boxes of jello or 1 large box of jello. Follow the directions here, not on the box for this pie recipe. I hope that helps.
~Miss
Lynda
I want to make this pie, but the pan size of 18x12 seems huge.
Milisa
Hi Lynda, this is a slab pie, to feed a crowd. You could also make it in 2 regular pie pans. I hope this helps.
~Miss
Amy
Have you ever tried this with frozen strawberries?
Milisa
Hi Amy, I haven't tried it with frozen berries. I would think you would have to let them thaw and drain them really well. The texture might not be as good.
~Miss
Rob
The strawberry and peach versions sound delicious. Have you ever made one using fresh blackberries? They will be in season here soon. I would appreciate recommendations on a flavor of Jello that would pair well with blackberries. Thanks.
Milisa
Hi Rob,
I would try it with raspberry jello or maybe the strawberry jello. I don't think you can go wrong with black berries! Let me know how it turns out if you try it!
~Miss
Emily Weaver
Where can I find the directions. Everything I click takes me to a different site.
Gail
Hi, I'm in the UK. and I just wanted to check if you use ready made Jello, or if you make it up from a pack and then melt again with the other ingredients?
Milisa
Hi Gail, Use the dry jello mix, not already made jello. I hope this helps.
~Miss
Erin
I east honking about making this for a family reunion. We always do a picnic at the park. How long do you think this will hold up outside of the fridge?
Milisa
It will do fine for the day, just like jello.
~Miss
Milisa
Hi Erin, it should hold up fine for the day.
~Miss
Elizabeth Thomas
All I have is a 9" x 13" pan, should I "half" the recipe ?
Milisa
Hi Elizabeth, I think the whole recipe would work in a 9 x 13, it will just be thicker.
~Miss
Renee
I was wondering where you bought your dark pan, it makes the berries look great.
Milisa
Hi Renee- It's just an old pan that I've had for ages that has darkened over time. Thanks for stopping by.
~Miss
Susan
Wanted to let you know that I made this today for a family get together and it was a hit! I did make a few changes . Being a diabetic I used Splenda equal to the sugar and I used water instead of the sprite . I also used a ready-made pie crust and topped it off with sugar free cool whip. It was delicious and satisfying and guilt free!
Milisa
Thanks for sharing your substitutions. I am so glad y'all enjoyed it!
~Miss
Miriam
I do not have a food processor (to make the homemade crust)....can I used store bought pie crust dough?
Milisa
Hi Miriam, store bought pie crust will work just fine. It will probably take 1 1/2. I hope this helps.
~Miss
Cynthia
What temperature do I cook the crust and how long? I dont think it ever says.
Milisa
Hi Cynthia,
I got it updated, thanks for letting me know!
~Milisa
Ashley
How long do you boil for? I know a thicker consistency but how thick?
Beth Pierce
Oh my heavens! Costco just started back up with Strawberries! Hubby and I made this last weekend! It was fabulous!
Christy Denney
How have I not made this yet? Looks amazing.
Linda
I would love to make this pie, but everyplace I click takes me to something else, and I can never find the actual recipe.
Milisa
Hi Linda,
If you click on this link: https://www.missinthekitchen.com/wp-json/mv-create/v1/creations/444/print it will take you to just the recipe. Sorry for the confusion.
~Milisa
Pat
Can the sugar be replaced by Splenda and also sugar free jello. Asking for a diabetic. Thank you
Milisa
Hi Pat,
You can actually use sugar free jello and just skip the extra sugar, no need to substitute.
~ Milisa
Linda
My apologies. I finally found the recipe after scrolling past your cute story, several pictures, and links to other recipes. I'm excited to try this - I think my family will love it. Thank you!
Milisa
Linda,
No worries! I hope y'all love it!
~Milisa
Kelly
I am making tonight and my crust was crumbly and spread in the pan fine. My problem was when I went to poke the fork holes, it brought up the crust. What happens if you don't have the fork holes?
MCP
Crust way to thick. Next time I will use only 1 cup flour. That’s the crust in the 3 layer chocolate pie. Also the time to cook the sauce. Way to long. I had to cook it like 30 minutes. You can wait and add the jello power after it thickens. We loved it but I will twik it a little next time.
Nancy Zigler
I just made this slab pie. The crust is cooling as we speak. It looks so good! Can’t wait to try it!
Milisa
Hi Nancy,
SO glad you got the chance to try it!
~ Milisa
Mariah
Thank you for sharing this recipe shared with me by a friend. Funny because unknown to her, I bought a large tub of strawberries today. For diabetic needs, perhaps Diet 7UP or Diet Ginger Ale would be a better substitution than water? I am not a fan of diet soft drinks myself but it seems the carbonation would enhance the recipe better than water?. Or perhaps a citrus flavored club soda? Just my thoughts. I will try this with my suggested substitutions and share results--- if interested?
Denise Pangburn
Can we use diet strawberry jello powder or do we have to use the regular kind?
Kelle
I don't have a sheet pan, so I'm going to buy one for this recipe. Before I do, what size/kind is yours?
Pamela
Can you use water instead of sprite?
Mikell
This pie is a family favorite at our home! I was worried about the sugar too. I used 1/2 Stevia and 1/2 cane sugar for the glaze. Additionally, I used 1 small box of sugar free jello and diet sprite. It was delicious! For the crust, I used the named ingredients and did not substitute the sugar because it was such a small amount.
Madison
This was delicious! I agree that the added sugar for the jello portion would be excessive, so I cut it out completely (I tend to do that with most recipes with added salt and sugar, but I’m a 1/2 sweet 1/2 unsweet tea type of girl). The only issue there is that you need more liquid bc the gelatin layer is thin (not in a bad way, but a little more would be nice).
I’m thinking about adding an extra 3oz pack of jello and an extra 10oz of Sprite (still way less sugar than the 200g from the cup and a half of sugar), but would I need to add more cornstarch? I’m not quite sure how that works. Thoughts?
Sandra
I love this dessert . Making it again today.Can you use Sierra mist or 7-Up if you have no sprite? Thank you for delicious desserts
Milisa
Hi Sandra,
Any lemon lime soda will work.
~ Milisa
Char
Can I make this the day before?
Milisa
Hi Char,
It keeps for a couple of days so that would be fine.
~ Milisa
Jan
I'd like to try this recipe. What size of sheet pan do you use? Thanks.
Milisa
Hi Jan,
I used a half sheet pan, 18 x 13 inch. I hope you enjoy it!
~ Milisa