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Strawberry Shortcake Pie Recipe

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This Strawberry Shortcake Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a buttery Nilla wafer crust filled with layers of creamy vanilla and strawberry fillings, topped with a crunchy, baked vanilla and strawberry crumb topping. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, this pie is finished with piped whipped cream dollops for a classic, refreshing treat ideal for summer or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cup Nilla wafer crumbs
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 Tablespoons butter (melted)

Whipped Cream Filling

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 ounces cream cheese (softened)

Gelatin Mixtures

  • 1 (3 oz) box strawberry gelatin mix, dry
  • 1/3 cup boiling water

Crumb Topping

  • 1 (3 oz) package vanilla instant pudding mix, dry
  • 1 (3 oz) package strawberry gelatin mix, dry
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (divided)
  • 1/2 cup softened butter (divided)

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the Nilla wafer crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter using a fork until evenly mixed. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the fillings.
  2. Whip the Cream: In a chilled stand mixer bowl fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the heavy cream on high speed. Gradually add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and the vanilla extract. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream to a separate bowl.
  3. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: Replace the whisk attachment with the paddle attachment. Beat the softened cream cheese and remaining 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Pour half of this mixture into a separate bowl and set aside for later use.
  4. Combine Vanilla Filling: Add half of the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture still in the mixer bowl. Beat gently until well combined. Pour this vanilla cream mixture evenly into the chilled crust and smooth the surface.
  5. Make Strawberry Filling: To the reserved cream cheese mixture, add the strawberry gelatin mix and boiling water. Stir well until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Beat the mixture until smooth, scraping down the bowl sides to prevent gelatin clumping. Remove the bowl and gently fold in the remaining whipped cream by hand.
  6. Layer Strawberry Filling: Pour the strawberry filling over the vanilla cream layer in the pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the pie for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight to set fully.
  7. Prepare Crumb Topping: Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. In one small bowl, combine the vanilla instant pudding mix, 4 tablespoons softened butter, and 1/2 cup flour, mixing with a fork until crumbs form. In another small bowl, combine the strawberry gelatin mix, 4 tablespoons softened butter, and 1/2 cup flour, mixing to form crumbs similarly.
  8. Bake Crumb Topping: Spread both vanilla and strawberry crumbles evenly on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 10 minutes total, stirring halfway through baking to ensure even crisping. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  9. Assemble and Serve: Once the pie is set and crumb topping is cooled, sprinkle the crumb topping over the pie evenly. Pipe fresh dollops of whipped cream around the pie’s edges for decoration. Slice, serve, and enjoy this creamy, crunchy strawberry shortcake pie!

Notes

  • For best results, chill the pie overnight to allow the gelatin fillings to set properly.
  • The crumb topping adds a delightful crunch; be sure to stir it halfway during baking for even browning.
  • The pie uses a no-bake crust and fillings set with gelatin, making it a great make-ahead dessert.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Use a chilled bowl and whisk for whipping cream to achieve better volume.

Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Pie, no-bake pie, cream cheese pie, strawberry gelatin, whipped cream dessert, crumb topping, summer pie

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