Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
This delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is a nostalgic treat that brings joy to any occasion, featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and a luscious strawberry glaze.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 package Graham crackers These form the delicious crust.
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted Adds richness and helps hold the crust together.
- 1/4 cup Sugar Provides sweetness in the crust.
For the filling
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened The star of the show for creamy texture.
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar Sweetens the cream cheese filling.
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
For the glaze
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries, sliced Essential for the pie.
- 1/4 cup Sugar For sweetening the glaze.
- 1/2 cup Water Helps dissolve the sugar.
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickens the glaze.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, crush the graham crackers.
- Add melted butter and sugar to the crushed crackers and stir until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture into a pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until slightly golden.
Filling
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the crust has cooled, gently spread the cream cheese filling over the crust.
Glazing
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and cornstarch over medium heat, stirring until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and fold in the fresh strawberries.
- Pour the strawberry glaze over the cream cheese layer and spread it evenly.
Chilling
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow everything to set.
Notes
Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature before starting for the best consistency. Fresh strawberries are key, but you can mix in blueberries for a twist!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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