Description
Creamy strawberry icebox pie delights with layers of fresh berries and velvety filling. Cool summer dessert promises sweet relief and simple preparation for home cooks seeking delicious comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 (8 ounces) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping (or whipped cream)
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Craft a delectable base by blending graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie pan. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set the crust.
- In a mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until velvety smooth, gradually incorporating powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Gently fold in freshly pureed strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Carefully integrate whipped topping into the strawberry mixture, ensuring a light and airy consistency without deflating the cream.
- Transfer the luscious filling into the chilled crust, using a spatula to create an even, glossy surface that reaches the edges of the pan.
- Place the pie in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the filling to set completely and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Just before serving, adorn the pie with vibrant, fresh strawberry slices, creating an enticing and colorful presentation that promises a burst of fruity flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends perfectly.
- Crush graham crackers finely for a more compact and even crust that holds together beautifully.
- For a gluten-free version, swap graham crackers with gluten-free cookie crumbs or ground nuts like almonds.
- Enhance the strawberry flavor by adding a splash of strawberry liqueur or extract to the filling for an extra flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg