5 Must-Try Strawberry Desserts for Summer (Cheesecake Dump Cake, Glazed Pie & More)

Ingredients

• 6 cups Fresh Strawberries (washed, hulled and sliced into chunky pieces)
• 1/2 cup Water (for glaze)
• 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
• 4 tablespoons Strawberry Flavored Jell-O (powdered gelatin mix)
• 4 tablespoons Cornstarch (to thicken the glaze)
• 1 pie Graham Cracker Crust (9‑inch pre‑made crust)
• 1 cup Heavy Cream (whipped with a pinch of sugar for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (for whipped cream) (optional, use half the usual amount)

Instructions

1. Wash and Slice Strawberries

   Rinse the strawberries under cold water, remove the stems, and slice them into chunky pieces until you have about six cups.

   Time: PT5M

2. Combine Glaze Ingredients

   In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 2/3 cup granulated sugar, 4 tbsp strawberry Jell‑O powder, and 4 tbsp cornstarch. Stir until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.

   Time: PT5M

3. Boil the Glaze

   Place the saucepan over medium‑high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Once boiling, remove from heat immediately.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium‑high

4. Coat Strawberries with Glaze

   Transfer the sliced strawberries to a large mixing bowl and pour the hot glaze over them. Toss gently until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

5. Assemble the Pie

   Pour the glazed strawberries into the pre‑made graham cracker crust, spreading them out in an even layer.

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6. Chill Until Set

   Refrigerate the assembled pie for 2–4 hours, or until the glaze is firm and the pie is completely set.

   Time: PT3H

7. Add Whipped Cream and Serve

   Whip the heavy cream with 1 tbsp sugar until soft peaks form. Dollop or pipe the whipped cream over each slice just before serving.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

2g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

5g

Fiber

2g