Description
A luscious raspberry cream pie featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety cream filling, and a fresh raspberry topping. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the raspberry topping:
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Optional garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Additional raspberries
- Mint leaves
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Cream Filling
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Spread filling evenly over the cooled crust.
Step 3: Prepare the Raspberry Topping
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine raspberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water.
- Stir continuously until mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Pour cooled topping over the cream filling, spreading evenly.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Garnish with whipped cream, raspberries, or mint leaves if desired.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Chocolate Raspberry Cream Pie – Add a layer of melted chocolate over the crust before the filling.
- No-Bake Option – Chill the crust for 30 minutes instead of baking.
- Gluten-Free – Use gluten-free graham crackers.
- Low-Sugar Alternative – Substitute a sugar alternative.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: chilling, baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: raspberry cream pie, raspberry dessert, no-bake pie, summer pie recipe, easy cream pie