Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
Indulge in a slice of heaven with this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie! This delightful dessert features a velvety cream cheese filling infused with ripe strawberries, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, this pie is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, ensuring you’ll be the star of any occasion. Serve it chilled with whipped cream and extra strawberries for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- Whipped cream for topping
- Extra strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl; mix well. Press into a pie pan evenly.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sour cream and powdered sugar until silky.
- Stir in vanilla extract and diced strawberries.
- Pour the mixture into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled with whipped cream and garnish with extra strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added zest, consider mixing in lemon zest or swapping out strawberries for raspberries or blueberries. Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a perfectly smooth filling.