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Raspberry Pie
Raspberry Pie is a nostalgic no-bake dessert that combines the tangy brightness of raspberries with the creamy richness of whipped cream and cream cheese. This version uses gelatin to create a light yet stable filling, perfect for layering into a buttery graham cracker crust. Popular in mid-20th-century American kitchens, it was beloved for being both elegant and easy to prepare without turning on the oven. The balance of tart fruit, sweet sugar, and creamy textures makes this pie a timeless crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings, potlucks, or family celebrations.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 env unflavored gelatin
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 10 oz frozen raspberries (thawed)
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 3 tsp lemon juice
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (whipped)
  • 1 prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust

Instructions
 

Step 1: Soften Gelatin

  • Sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let stand until softened. Heat until dissolved, then let cool slightly.

Step 2: Prepare Raspberry Base

  • Crush thawed raspberries. Stir in lemon juice and sugar. Mix into the cooled gelatin.

Step 3: Blend Cream Cheese

  • Gradually add the raspberry-gelatin mixture to softened cream cheese, beating until smooth and well blended.

Step 4: Fold in Whipped Cream

  • Gently fold in the whipped cream until evenly combined.

Step 5: Assemble & Chill

  • Pour mixture into prepared graham cracker crust. Refrigerate at least 3–4 hours or until set. Slice and serve chilled.

Tips

  • Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best volume
  • Use fresh raspberries in season (lightly crush) instead of thawed frozen
  • Substitute strawberries or mixed berries for a flavor twist
  • Add zest of 1 lemon for brighter citrus flavor
  • Use a chocolate cookie crust instead of graham cracker for contrast
  • For a firmer pie, slightly increase gelatin or decrease whipped cream
  • Garnish with extra raspberries or whipped cream rosettes before serving
  • Make ahead the night before to ensure a perfect set and easy slicing

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cream cheese pie, fruit pie, gelatin pie, no-bake pie, raspberry pie, summer dessert, vintage dessert, whipped cream dessert
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