Description
Treat yourself to a slice of Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie—a luscious dessert that combines sweet strawberries with creamy richness for pure bliss. This delightful pie features a buttery crust filled with a silky smooth cream cheese mixture, topped generously with fresh strawberries. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup melted butter
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter and mix until well combined. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish evenly across the bottom and up the sides. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well combined and free of lumps.
- Assemble the Pie: Once the crust has cooled, spoon the cream cheese mixture into the crust, spreading evenly. Make sure to smooth out the top so it looks nice.
- Top with Strawberries: Arrange the sliced fresh strawberries on top of the cream cheese filling. You can be creative with your arrangement, placing them in a pattern or a simple circular design.
- Chill the Pie: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Notes
- Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for the smoothest filling.
- Use Fresh Strawberries: Always choose the ripest strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Chill Thoroughly: Don’t skip the chilling step—the longer it sits, the better the flavors will meld.
- Check for Sweetness: Taste the filling before spreading it to ensure it’s sweet enough for your palate.
- Store Properly: Ensure that your pie is covered tightly with plastic wrap to maintain freshness while chilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg