Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie, a refreshing dessert perfect for any gathering. With its creamy filling nestled in a sweet graham cracker crust and topped with vibrant, glazed strawberries, this no-bake treat is both visually appealing and easy to prepare. Ideal for family celebrations, summer barbecues, or casual get-togethers, each slice offers a luscious blend of rich cream cheese and fresh fruit flavors that will leave everyone asking for more. Enjoy the simplicity of this recipe, making it a favorite among novice and seasoned bakers alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 (8 oz) package softened cream cheese
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin
- ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 cups hulled strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch pie pan and bake at 350°F for about 8-9 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; add vanilla extract and powdered sugar. In another bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture. Spread into the cooled crust and chill for at least 1-2 hours.
- For the glaze, combine cornstarch, remaining sugar, strawberry gelatin, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan over low heat until thickened. Cool slightly before adding hulled strawberries and coating them evenly. Layer on top of the chilled pie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg