Strawberry Icebox Pie
Strawberry Icebox Pie is a refreshing, no-bake dessert that's perfect for summertime gatherings. With a creamy filling made from fresh strawberries and cream cheese, this pie sits in a crunchy graham cracker crust, providing a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round pie dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 refrigerator
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced For a more intense flavor, puree half.
- 1 cup whipped cream Store-bought or homemade.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form a crust. Use the back of a measuring cup to pack it tightly.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is well incorporated.
- Stir in the sliced strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- Pour the strawberry filling into the prepared graham cracker crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional fresh strawberries on top, if desired.
Notes
For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can puree half of the strawberries and fold it into the filling.
If you prefer a sweeter pie, adjust the amount of powdered sugar to your taste.
This pie can be made a day in advance, making it a great option for parties or potlucks.