Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Pie features a buttery baked pie crust filled with a smooth, creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese, topped with fresh strawberries and a glossy strawberry Jell-O glaze. Perfectly chilled to set, this pie offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors, ideal for summer gatherings or any dessert occasion.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 refrigerated pie crust (or homemade if preferred)
Cream Cheese Layer
- 12 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
Strawberry Layer
- 1 lb. strawberries, thinly sliced
- 1 (3 oz) package strawberry Jell-O
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup hot water
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges as desired. Use a fork to poke holes in the crust to prevent bubbling. Cover with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dry beans. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden brown. Remove weights and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes. Let the crust cool completely.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Pour in heavy whipping cream and mix on low speed at first, then increase to high speed and beat for 1 minute until the mixture is thick and fluffy.
- Prepare the Strawberry Topping: In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O package in hot water, stirring until completely dissolved. Then stir in the cold water and set aside to cool slightly.
- Assemble the Pie: Spread the prepared cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled pie crust. Arrange the thinly sliced strawberries evenly on top of the cream cheese layer. Carefully pour the cooled Jell-O mixture over the strawberries, ensuring an even coating.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the assembled pie for 4-6 hours, or until the Jell-O topping has fully set and the pie is firmly chilled.
- Serve & Enjoy: Optionally garnish with whipped cream and extra fresh berries before serving to enhance presentation and flavor. Slice and enjoy this refreshing Strawberry Cheesecake Pie.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
- Pie weights or dry beans help maintain the shape of the crust during blind baking and prevent bubbling.
- You can use a homemade pie crust if you prefer a scratch-made option.
- Make sure the Jell-O mixture is cooled but not set before pouring it over the strawberries to avoid melting the cream cheese layer.
- This pie is best served within 24 hours of assembling for optimal freshness.
