No Bake Strawberry Pie Graham Cracker Crust
If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert to impress your family and friends, then this no bake strawberry pie with a graham cracker crust is the perfect choice. Not only is it delicious, but it's also incredibly simple to make. All you need are a few ingredients and a little bit of time to put together a dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
To make this delicious no bake strawberry pie, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Follow these simple instructions to make your no bake strawberry pie with a graham cracker crust:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a large saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt, and water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
- Serve with whipped cream, if desired.
Variations
If you want to switch things up a bit, here are some variations of this no bake strawberry pie recipe:
- Try using a different type of berry, such as blueberries or raspberries.
- Instead of a graham cracker crust, try a chocolate cookie crust or a vanilla wafer crust.
- Add some chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, to the crust mixture for added crunch.
- Top the pie with a layer of whipped cream or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Conclusion
There you have it, a delicious and easy no bake strawberry pie with a graham cracker crust. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. Feel free to experiment with different variations and toppings to create your own unique dessert. Enjoy!
