Ingredients and Weight:
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 1/2 cups (150g)
- Sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Fresh raspberries: 2 cups (300g)
- Lemonade concentrate: 1 cup (240ml)
- Water: 1 cup (240ml)
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (240ml)
- Cream cheese, softened: 8 ounces (227g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Lemon zest: 1 tablespoon (15ml)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) pie plate.
- In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine raspberries and lemonade concentrate with 1 cup of water. Puree until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add raspberry lemonade mixture and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
- Fold whipped cream into the raspberry mixture. Spread over prepared graham cracker crust.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle with lemon zest.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of pie):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy
- Creamy and refreshing
- Perfect for a summer dessert
- Can be made ahead of time
- Easily customizable with different fruits or flavors
User Comments:
- "This pie was a hit at my party! It was so light and refreshing, and the raspberry lemonade flavor was perfect."
- "I love that this pie is so easy to make. I can whip it up in no time."
- "I added blueberries to mine and it was delicious! The different flavors of fruit really complemented each other."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe raspberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor or high-speed blender, you can mash the raspberries by hand.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours before serving to allow it to set properly.
- Serve with fresh raspberries or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
