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Creamy Firecracker Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Pie

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy cream cheese filling with fresh strawberries folded inside, and topped with sliced strawberries and mint. Perfect for summer gatherings and a refreshing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
  • ½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced for garnish
  • Optional: a few mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until crumbs are evenly coated and mixture holds together when pressed. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the filling base: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Combine filling: Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula, folding slowly to keep airy texture.
  5. Add strawberries: Fold in diced fresh strawberries, making sure they are dry to prevent watery filling.
  6. Assemble and chill: Pour filling over chilled crust, spread evenly, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Garnish and serve: Before serving, top with sliced strawberries and mint leaves if desired. Slice with a serrated knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts.

Notes

Soften cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks only to prevent graininess. Pat strawberries dry before folding into filling to avoid watery texture. Use a springform pan for easier slicing. Chill the pie overnight for best results. For gluten-free, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free cookies. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream.

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