Description
Creamy strawberry cream pie delivers a luscious dance of sweet, tangy flavors that whisper summer memories. Silky smooth filling nestled in a buttery crust promises pure dessert bliss for passionate bakers craving indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
Filling Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 g) fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
Instructions
- Craft a robust foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing the mixture decisively into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill for 10 minutes to solidify the base.
- Whip cream cheese and powdered sugar until silky smooth, creating a luxurious foundation for the filling.
- In a separate vessel, transform heavy cream with vanilla and lemon juice into soft, billowy peaks, carefully incorporating into the cream cheese mixture to maintain its airy texture.
- Lavishly spread the combined filling across the chilled crust, ensuring a velvety, even surface. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours, allowing the pie to set completely and develop rich, creamy consistency.
- Prepare the strawberry garnish by marinating sliced berries with sugar and lemon juice, letting them release their natural sweetness for approximately 20 minutes.
- After the pie has thoroughly chilled, artfully arrange the macerated strawberries across the top, creating a vibrant, glossy finish that promises fresh, tangy flavor.
- Serve immediately from the refrigerator, presenting a cool, decadent dessert that balances creamy richness with bright, fruity notes.
Notes
- Enhance crust stability by thoroughly pressing graham cracker mixture into the pie dish, ensuring an even, compact base that won’t crumble when serving.
- Create a smoother filling by bringing cream cheese to room temperature before beating, which prevents lumps and produces a silky-consistent texture.
- Macerate strawberries carefully to release natural sweetness without making topping too watery; drain excess liquid before adding to prevent soggy pie crust.
- Experiment with alternative crusts like crushed gingersnaps or chocolate cookies for different flavor profiles that complement the strawberry cream filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg