Description
This No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cream Pie is a luscious and creamy dessert perfect for any occasion. Featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust and a smooth, fluffy cream cheese filling studded with fresh strawberries, it requires no oven and comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. The pie sets in the refrigerator, delivering a refreshing, indulgent treat that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Crust
- 10 graham crackers (crushed into crumbs)
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar (divided)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ounces fresh strawberries, chopped
- 5 teaspoons gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons cold water
Decoration
- 1 cup whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Extra fresh strawberries for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar using a fork until mixed thoroughly. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and halfway up the sides of an 8-inch springform pan or 9-inch pie pan. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
- Bloom and melt gelatin: Dissolve gelatin powder in 3 tablespoons of cold water and let it bloom for a few minutes. Then gently heat on low temperature until completely melted. Set aside to cool slightly before using.
- Whip cream for filling: In a separate bowl, beat 1 cup heavy whipping cream with ¼ cup powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Make cream cheese mixture: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla extract and melted gelatin, mixing on low speed until smooth and fully combined.
- Add strawberries: Gently fold the chopped fresh strawberries into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Incorporate whipped cream: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese and strawberry mixture to maintain its fluffy texture.
- Assemble pie: Pour the filling into the chilled graham cracker crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 5 hours or until the filling is firm.
- Prepare decoration: Whip 1 cup whipping cream with ¼ cup powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Once the pie is set, remove it from the springform pan and decorate the border with the whipped cream. Garnish with extra fresh strawberries as desired.
- Store and serve: Keep the pie refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Ensure gelatin is fully dissolved and cool before adding to the cream cheese mixture to prevent lumps.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute gelatin with agar-agar for a vegetarian alternative, adjusting quantities accordingly.
- Chilling time is critical for proper setting; avoid shortening the refrigeration period.
- If you prefer a sweeter crust, increase sugar by 1 tablespoon in the crust mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
