When it comes down to the basics, it doesn’t get much better than strawberries and cream. This easy to make pie recipe embraces that sweet and creamy flavor without all the hassle!
With a parfait-like consistency, this no-bake Strawberries and Cream Pie is filled to its graham cracker edges with puréed berries, whipped heavy cream, cream cheese and sugar. There’s even a secret spice ingredient (which we’ll reveal in just a bit) that accentuates this tasty pie’s great flavors even further.
This strawberry and cream pie only has 8 basic ingredients, and is ridiculously simple to make. With its super smooth consistency, it really goes down quite easily–especially on a hot summer’s day. Enjoy it with a dollop of Easy Homemade Whipped Cream and you’ll have yourself a fantastically sweet and luscious treat!
Why You’ll Love It
If you’re a strawberries and cream kind of gal or guy, this easy dessert is calling your name–especially if you’re short on time and not a master in the kitchen.
We take a shortcut right from the start by using a pre-made graham cracker crust (aren’t those great?). And, while some of the strawberries are sliced, the majority of them are puréed in a food processor or blender, along with the cream cheese. A hand mixer is used to turn the sugar and heavy cream into delicious, dreamy whip. This all gets mixed together and then sets in the fridge–no baking required!
I did mention that there was a secret spice in this pie. If you didn’t already sneak a peek, you might now be scrutinizing the above picture. Yup, there it is, sitting in its own little cup to the right of the strawberries.
SPICE REVEAL PARTY: It’s nutmeg! You read that right. Nutmeg adds just a little bit of complimentary flavor to this already amazingly, tasty dessert.
Here’s a fun fact: Nutmeg actually comes from the seed found in fruit that grows on nutmeg trees! A little aromatic, nutmeg enhances the sweet flavor of strawberries (among other fruits, like it’s popular pairing with pumpkin)–thus making it an excellent addition in so many pies.
Strawberries and Cream Pie Ingredients
For a full list of ingredients and measurements, see the printable recipe card below
- pre-made graham cracker crust– makes the recipe so easy from the start!
- granulated sugar
- vanilla extract
- ground nutmeg– enhances the sweet, strawberry flavor
- fresh strawberry slices, divided
- heavy whipping cream
- confectioner’s sugar, sifted– acts as a stabilizer
- bar cream cheese
How to Make Strawberries and Cream Pie
Click here for a list of equipment needed for this recipe
- chef’s knife
- cutting board
- food processor or blender
- hand mixer
- flour sifter
- large mixing bowl
- scraping/rubber spatula
- mixing spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Getting Started
Before you begin:
- Soften cream cheese on counter (or microwave for 30 seconds)
- Wash, hull and slice strawberries
- Sift confectioner’s sugar
In a food processor or blender, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Mix until well blended.
Add 3/4 cup of the sliced strawberries. Blend until strawberries are puréed and mixture is smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to whip heavy cream with confectioner’s sugar until stiff peaks form.
Kitchen Ready Betty tip: The more you beat the cream, the more solidified the pie will be.
Spoon the puréed strawberry/cream cheese mixture into the large bowl. Carefully fold to blend with whip.
Fold in the remaining 1/4 cup of sliced strawberries.
Spoon mixture into graham cracker crust and gently spread to the edges.
Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or even overnight. Garnish with additional berries if desired.
And it always tastes extra special with some whipped cream on top!
Kitchen Ready Betty tip: Check out Easy Homemade Whipped Cream—it is amazing with this!
Storing Strawberries and Cream Pie
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Love strawberry desserts? Then Strawberry Pear Spring Torte, Summer Berry Lush Pie and Strawberry Pretzel Delight are calling your name!
Strawberries and Cream Pie
Description
If you love strawberries and cream, this dessert is calling your name--especially if you're short on time and not a master in the kitchen.
We take a shortcut right from the start by using a pre-made graham cracker crust. And, while some of the strawberries are sliced, the majority of them are puréed in a food processor or blender along with the cream cheese to make things easy. A hand mixer is used to turn the sugar and heavy cream into delicious, dreamy whip.
This all gets mixed together and then just sets in the fridge--no baking required!
Strawberries and Cream Pie
How to Make Strawberries and Cream Pie:
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Before starting:
- Soften cream cheese on counter
- Wash, hull and slice strawberries
- Sift confectioner's sugar
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In a food processor or blender, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Mix until well blended.
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Add 3/4 cup of the sliced strawberries. Blend until strawberries are puréed and mixture is smooth.
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In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to whip heavy cream with confectioner's sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Spoon the puréed strawberry/cream cheese mixture into the large bowl. Carefully fold to blend with whip.
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Fold in the remaining 1/4 cup of sliced strawberries.
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Spoon mixture into graham cracker crust and gently spread to the edges.
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Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or even overnight. Garnish with additional berries and whip if desired.
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Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Note
Please only use fresh strawberries for this recipe. Frozen strawberries are too watery and will affect the consistency of the pie.
The stiffer you beat the whip, the firmer the pie will be.
I like to use Keebler's Ready-Made Graham Crust as a shortcut, but feel free to make your own. Just keep in mind that the standard 9-inch pie plate is bigger than a store-bought crust.
User Reviews
I’ve got to try this one. We love strawberries and pies.
You will definitely like it. I love that it’s a no-bake recipe too!