Description
This refreshing No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cream Pie features a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a sweet strawberry topping, perfect for warm days and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and well combined.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, beat the chilled heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly into the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Smooth the top with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Prepare the Strawberry Topping:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the strawberries release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then add it to the strawberry mixture. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Top the Cheesecake Pie:
- Once the pie is set and the strawberry mixture has cooled, spread the strawberries evenly over the top of the cheesecake layer.
- Serve:
- Enjoy with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
- For best results, chill the pie overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Feel free to substitute with other berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for the strawberry topping
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg