Description
This Strawberry Shortcake Freezer Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert combining a crisp shortbread cookie crust with a creamy, luscious strawberry and cream cheese filling. Perfect for warm weather, this pie is easy to prepare and chilled to firm perfection in the freezer, making it an ideal refreshing treat that captures the flavors of fresh strawberries and creamy sweetness.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups crushed shortbread cookies or vanilla wafer crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the crushed cookies and melted butter until fully combined. Firmly press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust. Place the crust in the freezer to set while you make the filling.
- Make the filling base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until evenly blended without deflating the whipped cream.
- Add strawberries and condensed milk: Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and chopped fresh strawberries by folding gently to keep the mixture fluffy and evenly mixed.
- Assemble and freeze: Pour the filling into the frozen crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Return the pie to the freezer and freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm enough to slice.
- Serve: Before serving, let the pie sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing. Optionally, garnish with extra fresh strawberries or whipped cream for added presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries, if used, should be thawed and drained to avoid excess moisture.
- For added texture, sprinkle a handful of crushed cookies on top before freezing.
- Allowing the pie to rest before slicing ensures cleaner cuts and better texture.
