Description

Strawberry Icebox Pie is a cool, creamy dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious strawberry filling. This refreshing make-ahead pie balances sweet berries with tangy lemon and smooth cream cheese for the perfect warm-weather treat.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup granulated sugar

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped

1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed (or homemade whipped cream)

Extra whipped topping or whipped cream (optional, for garnish)

Fresh strawberry slices (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until evenly mixed.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove and let cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk and mix until fully incorporated.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and blend well.
Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and whipped topping until evenly combined and light.
Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
Before serving, garnish with extra whipped topping and fresh strawberry slices if desired.

Notes

For a no-bake crust, refrigerate the pressed crust for 30 minutes instead of baking.

Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and well drained.

Substitute raspberries or mixed berries for a different flavor variation.

Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest for extra citrus brightness.

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

To make gluten-free, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake and Chill
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 36 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 49 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg