Taste Of Home Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
If you're a fan of strawberries and cream cheese, then you'll love this delicious recipe for strawberry cream cheese pie from Taste of Home. With its buttery and flaky crust, creamy filling, and sweet strawberry topping, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
For the filling:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
For the topping:
- 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Instructions
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the ice water, tossing with a fork until the dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle.
Step 2: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Transfer the dough to the pie plate and trim the edges to fit. Prick the bottom and sides of the crust with a fork. Bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
Step 3: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the whipped cream. Pour into the cooled crust. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until set.
Step 4: In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the cold water. Chill until partially set. Stir in the strawberries. Spoon over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until firm.
Conclusion
And there you have it! A delicious and simple recipe for strawberry cream cheese pie that's sure to impress your family and friends. With its creamy filling and sweet strawberry topping, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. So why not give it a try and see for yourself?
