Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake Pie

Ingredients

• 1 unbaked 9-inch graham cracker crust
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, washed, hulled and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add sour cream and mix until combined.
3. Spread cream cheese mixture into the bottom of the crust.
4. Place the cut strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the strawberry jam and 1/4 cup of water until smooth.
6. Pour the strawberry jam mixture over the top of the strawberries.
7. Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8. Allow the pie to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Strawberries are a rich source of vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage.
• This pie can also be made with other fruits such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or peaches.
• You can replace the graham cracker crust with a store-bought or homemade pastry crust.