Description
- Berry cream cheese pie is a no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and a vibrant topping of fresh berries. It’s refreshing, easy to prepare, and perfect for gatherings or summer treats.
Ingredients
- 1 graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or 1 1/2 cups whipped topping)
- 2 cups fresh or thawed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, or a mix)
- 2 tablespoons berry jam or glaze (optional, for shine)
Instructions
If making a homemade crust, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter, press into a pie dish, and chill until firm.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using) until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture (or fold in whipped topping).
- Spread the filling evenly into the prepared crust.
- Top with fresh berries. For a glossy finish, brush lightly with warmed berry jam or glaze.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use an Oreo crust for a richer chocolate variation.
- Top with stone fruit or tropical fruit instead of berries.
- Make mini pies using tart shells for individual servings.
- Spread berry jam under the filling for extra flavor.
- Flavored cream cheese can enhance fruitiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
