Description
A refreshing and tangy Lemon Cream Cheese Pie made with a creamy filling of cream cheese, sour cream, and lemonade Kool-Aid, set in a classic graham cracker crust and topped with fresh berries and whipped cream. Perfectly chilled for at least two hours, this no-bake dessert is ideal for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a light, fruity pie.
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 1 9-inch prepared graham cracker crust
Filling
- 2 bricks (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 packet (0.23 oz or 6.5 g) lemonade Kool-Aid
- 1 cup whipped topping
Topping
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for the perfect pie filling texture.
- Add sour cream and sugar: Add the sour cream and sugar to the beaten cream cheese and beat again until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Mix in Kool-Aid: Add the packet of lemonade Kool-Aid powder to the mixture and beat again until the flavor is evenly distributed and the filling takes on a slight yellow tint.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping using a spatula, making sure the filling becomes uniform without deflating the whipped topping’s airy texture.
- Fill the crust: Transfer the creamy filling evenly into the prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Chill the pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set firmly before adding the toppings.
- Add fresh berries and whipped cream: Shortly before serving, top the chilled pie with a mixture of fresh blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and a dollop of whipped cream for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- If you prefer a less sweet pie, reduce the sugar amount slightly.
- Use fresh, ripe berries for the best taste and presentation.
- This pie is best served chilled but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- You can substitute the lemonade Kool-Aid with lemon gelatin powder for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American