Description
This Mixed Berry Jell-O Fluff Pie is a light, fluffy, and vibrant dessert featuring a graham cracker crust filled with a sweet strawberry Jell-O mixture blended with fresh strawberries, blackberries, and whipped topping. Perfectly chilled, this pie combines fruity flavors with a creamy texture for a delightful treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 graham cracker crust pie shell
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Filling
- 1 pkg (3 oz) strawberry Jell-O
- 1 cup water
- 8 oz whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Optional
- Additional whipped topping for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather and measure all your ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to begin warming while you prepare the crust.
- Brush Crust: In a small bowl, whisk the egg to create an egg wash. Brush this evenly over the graham cracker crust shell without removing it from the tin foil pan to help seal and firm the crust.
- Bake Crust: Place the crust into the preheated oven and bake for 8 minutes. This step helps the crust become firmer and prevents it from breaking when filled.
- Prepare Berries: Rinse the fresh strawberries and blackberries thoroughly, then allow them to dry completely in a strainer until you are ready to use them.
- Dissolve Jell-O: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the strawberry Jell-O powder until it has fully dissolved.
- Cool Jell-O Mixture: Pour the dissolved Jell-O into a heat-resistant bowl to prepare for mixing.
- Mix Whipped Topping: Stir in the thawed whipped topping into the Jell-O until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add Berries: Gently fold the fresh strawberries and blackberries into the Jell-O and whipped topping mixture.
- Combine Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients until well blended, ensuring an even distribution of berries throughout.
- Fill Pie Shell: Pour the mixture evenly into the pre-baked graham cracker crust, smoothing the top for a flat, even surface.
- Chill Pie: Refrigerate the filled pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set and firm up.
- Serve: After chilling, remove the pie from the fridge, optionally top with extra whipped topping, slice, and serve immediately.
- Enjoy: Relish the light, fluffy texture and refreshing mixed berry flavor of your pie.
Notes
- Keep the pie refrigerated to maintain firmness and freshness.
- The pie’s texture is light and fluffy, making it a delightful dessert that’s easy on the palate.
- Ensure berries are fully dry before mixing to prevent excess moisture in the filling.
- Using a tin foil pan helps support the crust and makes clean-up easier.
- For stronger strawberry flavor, consider adding a few extra chopped strawberries on top before chilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American