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Strawberry Cool Whip Pie

A delightful no-bake summer treat that combines the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with the cloud-like texture of Cool Whip for a dessert that's both impressive and incredibly simple to make.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Strawberry Pie, No-Bake Dessert, Cool Whip Pie, Summer Dessert
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made graham cracker crust 9-inch
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced (approximately 1 pound)
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz Cool Whip thawed
  • 2 tbsp strawberry gelatin powder
  • additional fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  • Hull and slice the fresh strawberries into even pieces. Set aside 1/4 cup for the garnish, and toss the remaining berries with 1 tablespoon of sugar to draw out their natural juices. Allow them to macerate for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy—approximately 2 minutes using an electric mixer. Add the sugar, vanilla extract, and strawberry gelatin powder, then continue beating until fully incorporated and silky smooth.
  • Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula. Use a light hand and fold from the bottom up, rather than stirring, to maintain the airy texture.
  • Fold in the macerated strawberries, being careful not to overmix. The goal is to create beautiful swirls of strawberry throughout the filling, not a uniform pink mixture.
  • Spoon the mixture into the graham cracker crust, creating an even layer. For a more professional presentation, use an offset spatula to smooth the top.
  • Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. This extended chilling time allows the flavors to meld and the filling to set properly.
  • Just before serving, decorate with the reserved fresh strawberries and additional whipped cream if desired. A light dusting of crushed graham crackers adds an elegant finishing touch.

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are properly chilled before mixing.
The pie tastes best when consumed within 48 hours of preparation.
For a lighter version, use Neufchâtel cheese instead of regular cream cheese and Cool Whip Lite.
You can substitute homemade whipped cream (2 cups) instead of Cool Whip if preferred.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 190mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g
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