This delightful Strawberry Pie recipe combines a creamy filling with the vibrant sweetness of fresh strawberries. A Cool Whip and cream cheese base offers a smooth texture, perfectly complemented by a homemade glaze and a flaky crust. It’s an easy no-bake dessert that’s perfect for spring and summer gatherings, holidays, or just a nostalgic family treat. Its simplicity and balanced sweetness make it a favorite go-to dessert across generations of home bakers.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup Cool Whip
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 pre-baked pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups strawberries (fresh )
- Strawberry glaze (homemade or store-bought)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cream Filling
- In a medium bowl, blend 8 oz cream cheese, 1 cup Cool Whip, and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth.
Step 2: Fill the Crust
- Spread the cream filling evenly into the cooled pie crust. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Add the Glaze
- Prepare strawberry glaze using a recipe from your preferred source or use a ready-made glaze. Pour or spread it gently over the cream filling.
Step 4: Top with Strawberries
- Place fresh, hulled strawberries on top of the glaze.
Step 5: Finish and Serve
- Top with whipped cream before serving. Chill until ready to eat.
Tips
- Use graham cracker crust for a twist in flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the filling for more depth.
- Try with blueberries or raspberries as a variation
- Make ahead the night before for best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 183mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 402IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
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