Shoney’s Strawberry Pie Recipe (Easy Copycat with Fresh Strawberries)

This is the strawberry pie everyone remembers.

That glossy, sweet strawberry filling, the fresh berries, and that simple, perfect slice that somehow always tasted better than it should. This easy Shoney’s strawberry pie copycat brings it back — and it’s surprisingly simple to make at home.

A fresh strawberry pie with a glossy, sweet filling and simple ingredients — just like the classic Shoney’s version.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-baked pie crust

• 1 quart fresh strawberries (hulled)

• 1 cup sugar

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 cup water

• 1 (3 oz) package strawberry Jell-O

Instructions:

1. Arrange fresh strawberries in the baked pie crust. Keep them whole or halved for that classic look.

2. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and water.

3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and turns clear.

4. Remove from heat and stir in the strawberry Jell-O until fully dissolved.

5. Let the mixture cool slightly (not fully set), then pour evenly over the strawberries.

6. Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours until set.

7. Slice and serve chilled (best with whipped cream).

Tips (THIS BUILDS TRUST + SAVES)

• Let the glaze cool slightly before pouring to avoid cooking the strawberries

• Use fresh, firm strawberries for best texture

• Chill fully before slicing for clean slices

• Don’t skip the Jell-O — that’s the signature texture