No-Bake Strawberry Pie Recipe
This No-Bake Strawberry Pie is a quick and delicious dessert perfect for warm days or when you want a sweet treat without turning on the oven. Featuring a crisp graham cracker crust filled with a rich and creamy filling, topped with fresh strawberries, this pie is both refreshing and indulgent.
- Author: Ria
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- Optional: 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or glaze for shine
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
- Make the Cream Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Spoon the cream filling into the chilled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Tap the pie dish gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Chill to Set: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is firm and set.
- Add the Strawberry Topping: Just before serving, arrange the sliced fresh strawberries over the top of the cream filling. Optionally, warm the strawberry jam slightly and brush it over the strawberries to give the pie a glossy finish.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Use fresh and ripe strawberries for the best flavor and appearance.
- For an extra touch, add a handful of sliced almonds or a drizzle of chocolate on top.
- The pie is best served within 2 days of preparation for optimal freshness.
Keywords: No-Bake Strawberry Pie, Easy Strawberry Dessert, Cream Cheese Pie, Summer Pie, Fresh Strawberry Pie