This summer-fresh strawberry pie is the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth on a warm sunny day. Made with a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy strawberry filling, and topped with fresh strawberries, every bite is bursting with flavor. It's a classic American favorite that will impress your family and friends at any gathering. Best of all, it requires only a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. Treat yourself to a slice of this delightful pie and savor the taste of summer!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 pints fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled graham cracker crust.
- Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese mixture.
- In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry jam over low heat until melted and smooth.
- Drizzle the melted strawberry jam over the sliced strawberries.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Strawberries are technically not berries but rather aggregate fruits.
The strawberry plant belongs to the rose family.
Strawberries are a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants.