Description
Luscious no-bake strawberry shortcake pie delivers summer’s sweetest sensations with creamy graham cracker crust and fresh berries. Chilled perfection awaits you, promising a delightful dessert that captures pure seasonal joy in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 crackers)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter (melted)
Filling:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (whipped to soft peaks)
Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a robust foundation for the pie by pulverizing graham crackers and blending with sugar, then integrating melted butter until the mixture coheres when compressed.
- Transfer the crumbly mixture into a 9-inch pie vessel, methodically pressing and compacting with the back of a spoon to create an even, solid base.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for approximately 15 minutes to solidify its structure.
- Whip cream cheese in a mixing bowl until silky and uniform, working for roughly 2 minutes to eliminate any lumps.
- Incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, thoroughly blending until the mixture achieves a consistent, smooth texture.
- In a separate container, agitate heavy cream until soft, billowy peaks emerge, which typically requires 3-4 minutes of vigorous whisking.
- Delicately integrate the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, folding gently to maintain a light, airy consistency.
- Cascade the creamy filling onto the chilled crust, using a spatula to create a pristine, level surface.
- Encase the pie in plastic wrap and transfer to the freezer, allowing it to solidify for a minimum of 4 hours.
- While the pie freezes, slice strawberries and sprinkle with sugar, permitting them to macerate and release natural juices for approximately 30 minutes.
- Optional: Enhance the strawberry mixture with a splash of vanilla extract for deeper flavor complexity.
- Remove the pie from the freezer, allowing it to soften slightly for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Embellish with the macerated strawberries and serve immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Chill the crust thoroughly to ensure a crisp, compact base that holds together perfectly when slicing.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing that creates a silky texture.
- Whip heavy cream to soft peaks carefully to maintain its light, airy structure without overbeating.
- Macerate strawberries with a touch of balsamic vinegar for an unexpected depth of flavor that elevates the dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg