Description
This Strawberry Icebox Pie is a creamy, no-bake dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, luscious strawberry filling, and a light whipped topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing sweet treat!
Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- For the Strawberry Filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the Crust
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes while preparing the filling.
- Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Filling
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice.
- Cook, stirring, until the mixture thickens and the strawberries soften (about 5 minutes).
- Let cool completely.
- Step 3: Make the Creamy Layer
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Fold in the cooled strawberry mixture until smooth.
- Step 4: Assemble & Chill
- Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set.
- Step 5: Make the Whipped Topping & Serve
- Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread or pipe over the chilled pie and garnish with fresh strawberries.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Shortcut Option: Use a store-bought graham cracker crust.
- Make It Lighter: Swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt.
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Sugar: ~28g
- Sodium: ~250mg
- Fat: ~18g
- Saturated Fat: ~10g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~6g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~42g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~6g
- Cholesterol: ~45mg
