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Let’s cool down this summer with a slice of this sweet, simple, and refreshing Strawberry Icebox Pie and relax all day long!
What is Icebox Pie?
An Ice Box Pie is a delicious classic southern dessert that was named after the ice box that these pies were kept cool in.
These Ice Box Pie were quick and easy to make, required no cooking in the heat of summer, and could be stored in the icebox until it was served.
I’m happy to be visiting you again from Garnish & Glaze to share a much needed refreshing treat– Strawberry Icebox Pie!
The summers in the Midwest can be unbearably hot at times due to the humidity. The moment you step outside you start to sweat and you question why you even bothered to shower or style your hair. The heat does make for a perfect excuse to have a swim party, even if the pool is a 4 foot diameter blow-up kiddie pool. And with a party you of course need a cold dessert like ice cream!
This Strawberry Icebox Pie can be made even a few days in advance which is especially nice when planning a party. It’s so nice to just pull it out of the freezer like a carton of ice cream, but it’s a lot prettier. I also love how it still has a fresh component on top with the homemade whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
This pie has a pretzel crust which adds a salty flavor that is fantastic with the sweet strawberry ice cream filling. I’m a big fan of the sweet & salty combo.
So the filling is made with just whipping cream, cream cheese, strawberries, sweetened condensed milk (luv that stuff!), and strawberry gelatin which makes it so PINK! The fresh strawberries in it are mashed so there is still a little bit of texture, but if you want things smooth you can easily puree it.
Are Strawberries Good for You?
The tiny strawberry is packed with vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and more.
The heart-shaped silhouette of the strawberry is the first clue that this fruit is good for you.
They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium.
I recommend letting the pie sit on the counter for about 15 minutes before slicing so it’s not so hard to cut up, but that time could vary depending on how cold your freezer is and how hot your house is. It doesn’t melt too bad because of the gelatin in it so don’t stress.
Enjoy your summer with a slice of ice cream pie!
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Strawberry Icebox Pie
Strawberry Icebox Pie
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 Cups Finely Crushed Pretzels
- 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Butter
For the Filling:
- 2 Cups Crushed Strawberries
- 1/2 Can Sweetened Condensed Milk, 14 ounce
- 4 Ounces Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 1 Package Strawberry Gelatin, 3 ounce
- 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
For the Topping:
- 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar
- 12 Fresh Strawberries, halved
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix the crushed pretzels, brown sugar, and butter together and press into the bottom and sides of a greased 9-inch pie plate.1 1/2 Cups Finely Crushed Pretzels, 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar, 1/2 Cup Butter
- Bake for 12 minutes and then let it cool completely.
- Mash strawberries by hand or roughly pulse in a blender.2 Cups Crushed Strawberries
- Beat the 1 cup heavy whipping cream until soft peaks.1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese, and gelatin together until smooth.1/2 Can Sweetened Condensed Milk, 4 Ounces Cream Cheese, 1 Package Strawberry Gelatin
- Mix in the strawberries and then fold in the whipped cream.
- Spread into the cooled pretzel crust.
- Place in the freezer for at least 8 hours or until firm.
- For the Topping:
- Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar, 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- Serve on top of sliced pie along with strawberries.12 Fresh Strawberries
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe adapted from MyRecipes
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Do you serve the pie frozen?
Yes
Strawberry icebox pie, I’m trying because I have never tried it before. It looks really good to.
Enjoy! We would love to hear how it goes!
My mom made a pie very close to this one when I was growing up. Silly me, I never bothered to get the recipe, but this one seems to be pretty close to hers. I plan to make it for the weekend, so thank you very much!
I hate when I realize I should have gotten a recipe from someone. Hope you enjoy this!
Can’t see the recipes, Ad cover everything…
It would be nice to be able to see the recipe!! Grr…!!! So tired of the advertisements that block the recipe!!
ahhh this is such a pretty color! and i love that there’s so many strawberries in the filling (;
Your pictures make the food look delish!