Ingredients and Weight:
- Graham cracker crumbs: 9 ounces (2 cups)
- Melted unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (100 grams)
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (50 grams)
- Cream cheese: 8 ounces (225 grams), softened
- Sour cream: 1 cup (240 grams)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Strawberry gelatin: 1 package (3 ounces or 85 grams)
- Boiling water: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Strawberries, hulled and sliced: 2 cups (300 grams)
- Whipped cream for topping
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
0 minutes (no cooking required)
Difficulty Level:
2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press into the bottom of an 8-inch (20 cm) springform pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract and beat until combined.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add the strawberries to the dissolved gelatin and stir until combined.
- Pour the strawberry mixture over the cooled graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of pie):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- No-bake recipe
- Creamy and sweet
- Fruity and refreshing
- Perfect for summer gatherings
User Comments:
- "This pie is heavenly! It's so light and fluffy, yet rich and flavorful."
- "I love the combination of strawberries and cream cheese. It's a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness."
- "This no-bake pie is a lifesaver when you don't have time to cook but want a delicious dessert."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before using, as this will make it easier to beat until smooth.
- If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a regular pie plate. Just be careful not to overfill the crust, as the pie may crack when you remove it from the pan.
- To make a gluten-free version of this pie, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs for the crust.
