Graham Cracker Cream Pie

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam
• Additional graham crackers for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl and mix until fully combined.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 8 minutes and then allow to cool completely.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Fold in the whipped cream until blended.
6. Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the cooled graham cracker crust.
7. Spread the raspberry jam over the cream cheese layer. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
8. Garnish with additional graham cracker crumbs, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Graham crackers were invented in 1829 by Sylvester Graham, a Presbyterian minister who advocated a vegetarian diet.
• Graham cracker crusts are a popular choice for many pies and desserts because of their sweet flavor and crunchy texture.
• The cream cheese layer in this pie can be made with any type of cheese, such as mascarpone, ricotta, or goat cheese.