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Strawberry Icebox Pie

A refreshing no-bake dessert featuring a buttery crust and a luscious strawberry filling, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Summer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 2 cups 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 to 15 full graham crackers)
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • a pinch Pinch of salt
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 500 g 500g fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 8 oz 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder (about half a 3 oz packet)
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation of the Crust
  1. Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a zip-lock bag and rolling pin or a food processor.
  2. Combine the crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and salt in a bowl until it looks like wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Strawberries
  1. Wash and hull the strawberries, reserving some for garnish.
  2. Blend the remaining strawberries with lemon juice until smooth, and strain if too watery.
Make the Filling
  1. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and gelatin powder until fully combined.
  2. Add the strawberry puree to the cream cheese mixture and mix until smooth.
  3. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold into the strawberry mixture.
Fill and Chill the Pie
  1. Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Top and Serve
  1. Prepare the whipped cream topping before serving and garnish with fresh strawberries.
  2. Slice with a knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts.

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Full-fat ingredients are recommended for the best texture. Chill the crust to prevent crumbling.