Ingredients and Weight:
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 cup (110g)
- Sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1/4 cup (57g)
- Cream cheese, softened: 8 ounces (227g)
- Sour cream: 1 cup (240ml)
- Sugar: 3/4 cup (150g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Fresh fruit for topping (such as berries, peaches, or mangoes): 2-3 cups (500-750g)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the cooled pie crust.
- Top with fresh fruit.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Slice):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sugar: 26g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and tangy cream cheese filling
- Sweet and crunchy graham cracker crust
- Topped with fresh, juicy fruit
- No need to bake, making it a quick and easy dessert
User Comments:
- "This pie is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests."
- "The cream cheese filling is perfectly creamy and tangy, and the graham cracker crust is the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy."
- "I love that I can use any type of fruit I want, so I can customize it to my own taste."
- "This pie is the perfect summertime dessert, and it's so refreshing!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can crush graham crackers in a food processor.
- To make the crust more buttery, add 1-2 more tablespoons of melted butter.
- If you want a sweeter pie, add more sugar to the filling.
- Let the pie chill for at least 4 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
