Description
This delicious strawberry icebox pie features a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious strawberry filling, and a light, creamy texture. Perfect for warm weather, this no-bake dessert is easy to prepare and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch pie dish and refrigerate.
- Make the Strawberry Filling: In a saucepan, cook strawberries, sugar, water, cornstarch, and lemon juice until thickened. Let cool.
- Prepare the Creamy Layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then fold in whipped heavy cream and vanilla.
- Assemble the Pie: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust, then top with the strawberry filling.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Can be made a day ahead for convenience.
- Garnish with extra whipped cream and fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg