Delicious Strawberry Cheese Pie Recipe

Indulge in the lusciousness of a homemade strawberry cheese pie. This delightful dessert combines a smooth and creamy cheese filling with fresh, juicy strawberries and a buttery graham cracker crust. With a hint of lemon and a touch of sweetness, this strawberry cheese pie is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, making sure to evenly distribute the mixture on the bottom and up the sides of the dish.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.
5. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
6. In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
8. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled graham cracker crust.
9. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese mixture in a decorative pattern.
10. In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry jam over low heat until melted and smooth.
11. Brush the melted strawberry jam evenly over the sliced strawberries, making sure to coat them completely.
12. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
13. Serve the strawberry cheese pie chilled and enjoy!

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