• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Everyday Eileen
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Lifestyle
  • About
    • Let's Go Shopping
      • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Lifestyle
  • About
    • Let's Go Shopping
      • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Home
    • Recipes
    • Lifestyle
    • About
      • Let's Go Shopping
        • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    No Bake Strawberry Pie

    Published: Jul 21, 2024 · Modified: Jun 9, 2025 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

    Jump to Recipe
    No Bake Strawberry pie Pinterest pin

    No Bake Strawberry Pie is an easy and delicious summer dessert. With a simple pretzel crust and sweet, juicy strawberries, it’s sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. The crunchy pretzel crust pairs perfectly with the tart yet sweet strawberry filling for a unique and flavorful treat.

    An overhead view of a no bake strawberry pie topped with sliced strawberries and pretzels.

    Save the Recipe?

    Enter your email below and we'll send the recipe straight to your inbox to view anytime. Plus the bonus of regular recipes to you for inspiration!

    For specifics on the recipe use the table of contents to click on sections of the recipe.

    Jump to:
    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredient List
    • Equipment
    • Instructions
    • Eileen's Tips for Success
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Variations
    • Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Similar recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • The pretzel crust adds a nice salty flavor to the creamy strawberry filling. Making it the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
    • You don't have to worry about heating up the house with this no- bake sweet treat.
    • It's a refreshing dessert that's perfect for summer cookouts and parties

    Ingredient List

    No bake strawberry pie ingredients with text overlay.

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    • miniature pretzels 
    • unsalted butter
    • granulated white sugar
    • boiling water
    • box, strawberry gelatin
    •  fresh lemon juice
    •  fresh strawberries
    • heavy whipping cream 
    • marshmallow creme
    • whipped cream cheese
    •  sweetened condensed milk
    • granulated white sugar

    Equipment

    • Food Processor
    • 9 inch springform pan
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups
    • Hand Mixer
    • Wooden Spoon

    Instructions

    This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

    How to make a pretzel crust.

    A glass bowl with crushed pretzels and sugar to make a pretzel pie crust.
    1. Crush the pretzels and mix in butter and sugar.
    A pretzel crushed in a springform pan.
    1. Press the pretzel crust into a 9-inch springform pan and chill for 30 minutes.

    How to make the strawberry pie:

    A glass bowl with strawberry gelatin mixed with water using a whisk.
    1. Combine the boiling water, gelatin, and lemon juice until completely combined. Chill the mixture for 30 minutes stirring a couple of times.
    A glass measuring cup with whipped cream whipped for a strawberry pie
    1. Use a hand beater with beaters attached to whip 1 cup of heavy cream to form stiff peaks.
    A glass bowl with eggs, cream cheese to make a no bake strawberry pie.
    1. Beat together the cream cheese, condensed milk, and marshmallow creme.
    A glass bowl with fresh stawberries, cream cheese to make a no bake strawberry pie.
    1. Fold in the strawberries, gelatin, and whipped cream.
    A springform pan with ingredients to make no bake strawberry pie.
    1. Pour the strawberry mixture into the pretzel crust and refrigerate for at least 4 to 6 hours.
    An overhead view of a no bake strawberry pie topped with strawberries and pretzels.
    1. Top with whipped cream. Optional, garnish with pretzels and sliced strawberries.
    No bake strawberry pie topped with strawberries and mini pretzels being cut.

    Eileen's Tips for Success

    • For quick results, use a food processor or blender to crush the pretzels. However, placing pretzels in a large plastic bag and using a rolling pin to crush the pretzel works well.
    • Press the crust down tightly in the pan so the crust is firm enough to hold the pie filling.
    • Don't skimp the chill times. It's important you wait for at least the times I've mentioned for the best results.
    A slice of strawberry no bake pie with the remaining pie behind the plate.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What kind of pretzels should I use for the crust?

    Any type of mini pretzel will work. The thinner mini pretzels have a better crunch in the crust.

    How long does it take for this no-bake strawberry pie to set?

    For the best results, allow the pie to chill in the fridge for at least 4-6 hours

    A slice of no bake strawberry no bake strawberry pie with a pretzel crust being picked up from the pie.

    Variations

    Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways to change the flavor of this dish.

    • Crust: A prebaked flaky butter crust or graham cracker crust will work for this pie.
    • Pie Flavor: To change the flavor of this pie, use any flavor of gelatin.
    • Fruit: Use the fruit to match the flavor of any gelatin. Options such as blueberries, raspberries, or lemon will work well

    Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips

    Storage - Store the strawberry pie in the fridge for 3 days. Make sure to cover it tightly with plastic wrap to keep it fresh.

    Freezer - You can also freeze this pie for up to three months.

    I recommend to freeze the pie without the strawberry and pretzel garnish.

    A slice of no bake strawberry pretzel pie topped with a slice of strawberry and a pretzel as garnish.

    Serving Suggestions

    Grilled Chicken Parm Burger

    Dijon Lime Grilled Chicken

    Orange Fluff Salad

    Similar recipes

    Strawberry Lemonade

    No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

    Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

    • A large stack of fudge on a plate with a bowl of strawberries behind the fudge.
      White Chocolate Strawberry Fudge
    • overhead view of strawberry pretzel dessert recipe with mint leaves on top on a white dessert plate with a spoon on top of plate with strawberries on the handle
      The Best Strawberry Pretzel Pie
    • vanilla strawberry popsicles
      Vanilla Strawberry Popsicles
    • A glass cup with a gold handle with scoops of strawberry sorbet in the cup.
      Homemade Strawberry Sorbet Recipe

    I love any comments or questions, please feel free to leave them below.

    Keep up to date with recipes by following me on:

    FACEBOOK  INSTAGRAM PINTEREST TWITTER

    Thank you for your continued support. I am forever grateful.

    Eileen  xo

    If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need.

    📖 Recipe

    No bake strawberry pretzel pie

    No Bake Strawberry Pie

    Enjoy our easy No Bake Strawberry Pretzel Pie for a fabulous dessert filled with strawberries and in a homemade crunchy pretzel crust. The combination of the sweet fruit and salt crust is just perfect for a summer dessert. The pie is topped with a creamy and smooth whipped cream topping. What is even better is that this pie is a no-bake treat everyone loves.
    Print (Email Required) Rate
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: no bake strawberry pie, no bake strawberry pie recipe, strawberry pie with pretzel crust
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Chill Time: 4 hours hours
    Total Time: 4 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 servings
    Calories: 418kcal
    Author: Eileen Murphy Kelly

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases

    Equipment Needed:

    • Food Processor
    • 9 inch springform pan
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups
    • Hand Mixer
    • Wooden Spoon

    Ingredients

    Pretzel Crust

    • 4 cups miniature pretzels                
    • 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar

    No Bake Strawberry Pie

    • ¾ cup boiling water
    • 1 (6) ounce box, strawberry gelatin
    • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
    • 2 cups fresh strawberries divided
    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream divided
    • 1 (7) ounce jar, marshmallow creme
    • ⅔ cup whipped cream cheese
    • ⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar

    Save the Recipe?

    Enter your email below and we'll send the recipe straight to your inbox to view anytime. Plus the bonus of regular recipes to you for inspiration!

    Instructions

    How to make Pretzel Crust

    • Crush 4 cups miniature pretzels                 in either a food processor with S-blade attached or in a sealable plastic bag and use a rolling pin to crush the pretzel.
    • To the pretzel mixture, mix in 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) and ¼ cup granulated sugar until combined.
    • Press the pretzel mixture into a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

    How to make No Bake Strawberry Pie

    • While the crust is being refrigerated, in a large mixing bowl, combine ¾ cup boiling water, 1 (6) ounce box, strawberry gelatin, and ¼ cup fresh lemon juice Whisk until the gelatin is dissolved in the water.
    • Refrigerate the gelatin mixture for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice.
    • Dice 1 cup strawberries and thinly slice the remaining 1 cup of strawberries, set aside.
    • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, use a hand beater with beaters attached to whip 1 cup heavy cream, beat until stiff peaks, about 4 minutes. Set aside.
    • To the refrigerated gelatin mixture, using a hand mixer with beaters attached, beat 1 (7) ounce jar, marshmallow creme⅔ cup whipped cream cheese, and ⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk into the gelatin mixture. Beat until well blended.
    • To the strawberry gelatin mixture, fold in the 1 cup diced strawberries and ⅔ cup whipped cream cheese.
    • Pour the mixture into the prepared pretzel crust. Refrigerate 4-6 hours to set the pie.

    Whipped Cream Topping

    • When ready to serve, make the whipped cream topping. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, use a hand mixer with beaters attached, to whip the remaining 1 cup whipping cream with 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar until soft peaks form, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    • Spread the whipped topping over the pie.
    • Garnish with sliced strawberries and more pretzels.
    • Slice and serve.

    NOTES

    Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe
    Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    Freezer friendly: This pie is a great one to make ahead and freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Add the whipped cream topping when ready to serve. 
    Variations: You can switch up the flavor and try raspberry jello.
     
    Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
     
    Don’t forget to shop at the Everyday Eileen store on Amazon

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 361mg | Potassium: 183mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 777IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @Everyday_Eileen or tag #everydayeileen!

    More Desserts

    • A shortbread crust brownie with a chocolate ganache topping with pecans on a platter.
      Millionaire Brownies Recipe
    • A glass clear pie plate with a sugar cookie base topped with whipped topping, blueberries, strawberries, and mini marshmallows to shape into the American flag.
      4th of July Fruit Pizza Recipe
    • Chocolate cake slice with the cake on a cake stand behind it.
      Classic Chocolate Cake Recipe
    • Mint Oreo no churn ice cream in a pan being scooped out of the pan.
      Mint Oreo Ice Cream Recipe

    Thank you for sharing!

    62 shares
    • Share15
    • Tweet

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    No Comments

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Shop with me
    • Accessibility

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 Everyday Eileen, Eileen Murphy Kelly

    62 shares