Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese

🍓 Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese

This pie combines a crisp crust, a smooth, lightly sweetened cream cheese filling, and a fresh, shiny strawberry topping. Perfect for spring, summer, holidays, or any occasion where you want something refreshing yet rich.

Ingredients

Crust (choose one)

1️⃣ Traditional Baked Pie Crust

  • 1 (9-inch) pie crust, baked and cooled

OR

2️⃣ Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

  • 1/3 cup sugar

  • 6 tablespoons melted butter

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)

  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar (or more to taste)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or Cool Whip (folded in for lighter texture)

Strawberry Topping

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, washed and hulled

  • 3/4 cup sugar

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional but recommended)

  • 3/4 cup water

  • Optional: red food coloring (1–2 drops for deeper color)

  • Optional garnish: whipped cream, mint, extra berries

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Crust

If using graham crust:

  1. Mix crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.

  2. Press into a pie pan.

  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.

  4. Let cool completely.

If using a traditional crust, prebake and cool fully.

Step 2 – Make the Cream Cheese Filling

  1. Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until silky.

  2. If using heavy cream, whip separately to soft peaks, then gently fold into cream cheese.

  3. Spread evenly over cooled crust.

  4. Chill while preparing topping.

Step 3 – Prepare Strawberry Glaze & Filling

  1. Choose the best whole strawberries to place on top (keep them whole or halved).

  2. For glaze:

    • In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice.

    • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick and glossy.

    • Add 1/2 cup mashed or finely chopped strawberries to intensify flavor.

    • Optional: add 1–2 drops red food coloring.

  3. Remove from heat and cool slightly.

Step 4 – Assemble the Pie

  1. Arrange whole or halved strawberries over the cream cheese layer.

  2. Spoon cooled glaze over the strawberries, coating them evenly.

  3. Refrigerate at least 3–4 hours to set.

Serve

Slice carefully with a sharp, serrated knife. Serve chilled with:

  • Fresh whipped cream

  • Powdered sugar dusting

  • A drizzle of white chocolate

  • Chocolate curls on top

Tips & Variations

  • For extra rich filling, add 2 tablespoons sour cream.

  • For lighter filling, use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream.

  • Mix in mascarpone for a bakery-style flavor.

  • To keep crust firm, brush with melted white chocolate before filling.

  • You can substitute raspberries or blueberries for a mixed berry version.

Make-Ahead Notes

  • The pie stores well for 2–3 days in the refrigerator.

  • Do not freeze — strawberries turn watery and glaze becomes cloudy.


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ANOTHER Ingredients:

* 1 quart strawberries
* 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese
* 1 baked pastry shell, 9-inch
* 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
* 3 tablespoons cornstarch
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* red food coloring
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

INSTRUCTIONS
Wash, drain, and hull strawberries. Beat cream cheese with a fork until smooth. Spread cream cheese over bottom of the cooled pie shell. Stand half of the whole strawberries in the shell with tips up. Mash remaining strawberries; press through a sieve to remove seeds. Measure the strawberry juice, and if necessary, add water to make 1 1/2 cups of liquid. In a saucepan, mix granulated sugar with cornstarch; gradually stir in the strawberry juice mixture and the lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in a few drops of red food coloring; remove from heat.
Cool sauce for about 10 minutes, then pour over the strawberries in the shell. Chill for about 3 hours, or until firm. Beat cream with confectioners' sugar until mixture holds its shape. Spoon whipped cream in a ring around the edge of the pie. Store leftover pie in the refrigerator.
The strawberry dessert recipe of cream cheese is ready to serve....Nice !
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Strawberry Parfait



A parfait is a layered dessert traditionally made with fruit, cream or yogurt, and crunchy elements such as granola or cookie crumbs. This strawberry version is fresh, creamy, lightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special brunch treat.

Ingredients (2–4 servings)

For the strawberries:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, washed and diced

  • 2–4 teaspoons sugar, honey, or agave (adjust to sweetness)

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, enhances flavor)

For the cream layer (choose one):

  • A. Yogurt Style (lighter)
    • 2 cups vanilla or plain Greek yogurt
    • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • B. Dessert Cream Style (richer)
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Crunchy layer options:

Optional extras:

  • Mint leaves

  • Chocolate shavings

  • Strawberry syrup

  • Lemon zest

🌟 Preparation Steps

1. Macerate the strawberries

Add diced strawberries to a bowl with sugar and a splash of lemon juice. Stir and let rest 10–15 minutes until juicy.

2. Prepare the cream

  • For yogurt: Stir yogurt with honey and vanilla until smooth.

  • For dessert cream: Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft-to-medium peaks.

3. Layer the parfait

Use glass cups or parfait bowls.

Order of layers (repeat 2x):

  1. Strawberries & juice

  2. Cream or yogurt

  3. Granola or crumbs

Finish with a strawberry topper.

✨ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve immediately if using granola so it stays crunchy.

  • For meal-prep, layer yogurt + strawberries first, add granola right before eating.

  • Chill for 30 minutes if you like it extra cold and thick.

🍰 Variations

StyleModifications
Breakfast HealthyGreek yogurt + chia seeds + almonds
Dessert StyleMascarpone cream + sponge cake cubes
TropicalAdd mango, pineapple, coconut flakes
Chocolate-LoversUse chocolate granola + drizzle of chocolate sauce
Low-SugarUse ripe strawberries + plain yogurt + no added sugars

💡 Chef Tips

  • Add a splash of balsamic glaze for gourmet restaurant flavor.

  • For extra firmness, chill parfait glasses before filling.

  • Mix half the strawberries into the cream for a pink marble effect.


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ANOTHER nice strawberry dessert recipe to try !

Ingredients

* 1 cup of heavy or whipping cream
* 4 tablespoons of confectioners sugar
* 4 tablespoons of sugar
* 4 cups of fresh strawberries
* 4 parfait cups
* 1 recipe for chocolate sauce

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the strawberries.
2. Cut the tops off of the strawberries.
3. Slice the berries.
4. Place the sliced strawberries in a bowl and sprinkle with the 4tablespoons of sugar.
5. Mix and place in the refrigerator while you make the cream.
6. Using a medium sized bowl that has been chilled for about ten minutes in the refrigerator, whisk the cream for three minutes.
7. Add half of the confectioners sugar and continue whipping for another two minutes.
8. Add the rest of the confectioners sugar and whip to a medium stiff peak.
9. Place about a quarter cup of sliced strawberries in the bottom of each glass.
10. Carefully pour a small amount of chocolate sauce in the center of the strawberries.
11. Add a good dollop of whipped cream over the strawberries, about a quarter cup but you don’t have to measure it.
12. Repeat this process until you reach the top of the glass.
13. Top with a large dollop of whipped cream and any remaining strawberries.
The strawberry dessert recipe is ready....enjoy the dessert !
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