Strawberry Shortcake Pie

One of my favorites

STRAWBERRIES & SUMMER

I forgot all about this recipe until today when it showed up in my inbox. 

Perfect for the holiday celebration.

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE PIE

Crust
1 refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box

Filling
1 box (4-serving size) vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
2 cups milk
1 package (3 oz) ladyfingers, split
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed (3 cups)
Fresh strawberries, if desired

Directions
Heat oven to 450°F. Bake pie crust as directed on box for One-Crust Baked Shell using 9-inch glass pie plate. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Make pudding as directed on box using 2 cups milk. Let stand to thicken slightly.
Place half of the ladyfingers, cut sides down, on cooled pie crust. Spread half of the pudding over ladyfingers. Top with 1 cup of the sliced strawberries. Place remaining ladyfingers, cut sides down, over strawberries. Top with remaining pudding and remaining 1 cup sliced strawberries. Gently spread whipped topping evenly over top of pie. Refrigerate at least 1 hour until chilled before serving. Garnish with fresh strawberries. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pie