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    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    Published: Apr 6, 2022 · Modified: Feb 23, 2024 by Krista Stechman · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    strawberry cream cheese pie topped with cool whip and white flowers
    strawberry cream cheese pie

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is the epitome of a summer pie in my eyes. It's got fresh strawberries, a slightly sweetened cream cheese, flaky pie crust, cool whip and it's served cold!

    This pie is perfect to sit back, relax and enjoy on hot summer days! Who likes an easy recipe?!

    Okay, me too! This strawberry Jell-o cool whip pie is a great easy recipe. It's nostalgic like an Oatmeal Cream Pie recipe!

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie with Jell-O, topped with whipped cream.

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie has simple ingredients, easily found at the grocery store. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.

    I don't think there's anyone who dislikes this pie, it's always a huge hit! No bake desserts always go over well.

    This no bake pie can be made with store bought crust or homemade. Speaking of no bake and strawberries, my strawberry crunch cheesecake cone recipe is right up that alley! Another summer dessert to die for.

    My mother-in-law first introduced me to this pie so all credit goes to her. This pie is a staple at birthdays and for good reason.

    Lucky for all of you she let me in on the recipe!

    If you love this easy strawberry pie recipe then you will also love Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, Easy Strawberry Crumble, Strawberry Crunch Crumble Recipe, The Best Strawberry Jam Recipe and Strawberry Galette

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    • Ingredients for Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
    • Tips for the best Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
    • Can I use frozen strawberries?
    • Can I make this pie ahead of time?
    • Can I freeze Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie?
    • How to store Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie?
    • How to serve
    • How to make Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
    • Please leave a rating and/or review!
    • Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    Ingredients for Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    • Pie Crust - Store bought or homemade. You will need to blind bake the crust.
    • Strawberries - Fresh fruit adds so much fresh flavor to this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie.
    • Granulated Sugar - Sugar is added to the cold water and strawberry jello mix.
    • Strawberry Jell-O - This gives the fresh strawberry pie filling a little added flavor.
    • Cream Cheese - The layer of sweetened cream cheese gives this easy pie recipe a creamy deliciousness.
    • Cool Whip - You can top this no bake strawberry pie with cool whip or make your own sweetened whipped cream using heavy cream
    • Cornstarch - This helps thicken the gelatin mixture even more.
    • Demerara Sugar - Sprinkle this sugar around the top of the pie shell before baking it. You can use granulated sugar as well.
    a glass basket of strawberries

    Tips for the best Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    • Use store bought or homemade pie crust
    • Let the crust cool to room temperature before filling the pie
    • Make sure you bring the sugar, water and cornstarch mix to a boil and let it boil for a minute while stirring. It won't reach its full thickening potential if not
    • Make sure the mixture comes to a boil again for another minute after the Jell-O is added
    • Let the sauce cool before adding the sliced strawberries
    • Leave the cool whip off until just before serving
    • This pie can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time
    • Serve Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie chilled
    • If you want to switch things up you can use other fruits like: peaches, blueberries, mangos, raspberries or blackberries
    • Love strawberries and cream cheese?! Strawberry cream cheese cookies are a must try!

    Can I use frozen strawberries?

    For this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie I do not recommend using frozen strawberries. The quality and texture will be off.

    Frozen strawberries are often interchangeable but for this particular recipe, fresh strawberries are best.

    Can I make this pie ahead of time?

    Yes, absolutely! That is my favorite thing about this pie. Besides the delicious flavor, obviously.

    If it's your first time making this easy strawberry pie recipe then I would actually suggest making it a day ahead of time.

    That's the best way to get a feel for making it and how long it will take to cool the crust, sauce and then chill the pie.

    I typically make it a day ahead of time or in the morning when I need it for the evening.

    a whole pie with strawberries next to it and white flowers

    Can I freeze Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie?

    No, unfortunately this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie does not hold up well in the freezer. It will compromise the quality.

    pie crust with flowers and measuring spoons next to it

    How to store Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie?

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. After that things begin to get a little soggy.

    Wrap it tightly with 2 layers of plastic wrap. You can store it with or without the cool whip on top.

    If I know that I'm not serving it right away then I leave the cool whip off until I'm ready to serve.

    You can also store it in an airtight container.

    a whole pie with strawberries next to it and white flowers

    How to serve

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is best served cold. It is best straight out of the fridge after chilling.

    It can sit out for about an hour or so but not longer than that. The pie will start to get a bit runny and soggy when it warms up.

    How to make Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    First step is your pie crust. Fit the crust into the 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges.

    Brush the edges of the crust with egg wash then sprinkle with Demerara sugar. Follow package directions to blind bake then let crust cool.

    pie crust with strawberries and egg wash

    Next pour the granulated sugar, cornstarch and water into a sauce pan. Whisk until there are no lumps.

    Bring the sugar mixture to a boil over medium heat. Meanwhile, slice the fresh berries then set aside. Continue whisking the sugar mixture until it boils.

    the jello and cornstarch mixture in a pot with a whisk and strawberries to the side

    Let the mixture boil for 1 minute while whisking. Add in the strawberry gelatin and continue whisking for 1 more minute while the mixture boils.

    Remove it from the heat and allow it to cool. Add the sliced strawberries to the jello mixture and stir.

    sliced strawberries added to the pot of jello mix

    While the strawberry mixture is cooling, beat the room temp cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric hand mixer until well blended. Spread the cream cheese mixture into the bottom of the completely cooled pie crust.

    cream cheese mixture in a bowl
    cream cheese mixture spread into the pie crust

    Pour the strawberry mixture on top and move pie to the fridge to cool. Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours. Add the cool whip just before serving and enjoy your Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie!

    Now you have the perfect summer dessert! Hope you enjoy your new recipe!

    strawberry mixture poured into the pie crust over the top of the cream cheese mixture

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    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie topped with whipped cream.

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    Krista Stechman
    A summer pie full of delicious fresh strawberries, sweetened cream cheese and topped with cool whip
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    cooling time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins
    Course dessert
    Cuisine american
    Servings 8 people
    Calories 459 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Pie crust

    • 1 pie crust store bought or homemade
    • 1 egg
    • 1.5 teaspoon Demerara sugar for sprinkling

    Filling

    • 1.5 cups granulated sugar divided
    • 1 cup water
    • 3 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 4 tablespoon strawberry Jello
    • 4.5 cups strawberries hulled and sliced
    • 12 oz cream cheese room temp

    Topping

    • 4 oz cool whip

    Instructions
     

    Pie crust

    • Place the pie crust into the pie pan so that the edges hang over the pan slightly
    • Whisk the egg and brush it on the edges of the crust. Sprinkle the edges with Demerara sugar
    • Bake pie crust according to box directions or homemade recipe and let cool completely

    Make the filling

    • Add 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water and 3 tablespoon cornstarch to a medium sauce pot. Whisk and bring to a boil, whisking occasionally. Let the mixture boil for 1-2 minutes while whisking
    • Add 4 tablespoon strawberry Jello and let boil 1 more minute while whisking. Set aside to cool for 10-15 minutes
    • Blend room temp cream cheese and remaining ½ cup sugar with a hand mixer for 30 seconds until fully mixed and set aside
    • Hull and slice the strawberries and add to the Jello mixture, stirring until fully coated

    Filling the pie

    • Spread the cream cheese mixture in the bottom of the pie crust and up the sides
    • Top with strawberry Jello mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour

    Topping

    • Before serving top the whole pie with cool whip or each slice individually. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Use store bought or homemade pie crust
    • Let the crust cool to room temperature before filling the pie
    • Make sure you bring the sugar, water and cornstarch mix to a boil and let it boil for a minute while stirring. It won't reach its full thickening potential if not
    • Make sure the mixture comes to a boil again for another minute after the Jell-O is added
    • Let the sauce cool before adding the sliced strawberries
    • Leave the cool whip off until just before serving
    • This pie can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time
    • Serve Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie chilled
    • If you want to switch things up you can use other fruits like: peaches, blueberries, mangos, raspberries or blackberries

    Nutrition

    Calories: 459kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 5gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 253mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 48gVitamin A: 606IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Lauren

      May 27, 2023 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing! I used a Graham cracker crust out of pure laziness and it tasted great!

      Reply
      • admin

        May 28, 2023 at 6:22 am

        Yum! Almost like strawberry cheesecake pie then!

        Reply
    2. Brenda

      September 01, 2021 at 2:42 pm

      That was an easy and delicious pie. Where can I find the one for a peach cobbler?

      Reply
      • admin

        September 02, 2021 at 11:35 am

        Great, thank you! I'm so glad you liked it! I don't currently have a recipe for peach cobbler on my blog but I do have a recipe called Peaches and Cream Pie that is the peach version of this pie. You can search "peach" on the home page of my site or you can find it under the dessert tab.

        Reply
    3. Jw stech

      June 20, 2021 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      Best summer time or anytime pie . A must to try!

      Reply
    4. Jacqueline S

      June 15, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      5 stars
      This is by far one of the best pies I've ever had! Thank you so much for sharing this family recipe with us!

      Reply
      • admin

        June 17, 2021 at 7:06 am

        I'm so glad you loved it! Happy to share!

        Reply
    5. Tammy Cruse

      June 07, 2021 at 6:45 am

      5 stars
      This pie is amazing! It definitely is the perfect summer pie. Delicious! The pie was easy to make and turned out perfectly! Everyone that tasted it loved it. One person even told me my pie was "The Bomb". If anyone out there loves strawberries and pie this recipe is a must! Thank you Krista sharing this wonderful recipe!

      Reply
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