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    No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie

    April 6, 2022 by Laureen King 52 Comments

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    Creamy and fluffy, this No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is a favorite summertime dessert. A graham cracker crust filled with fresh strawberries and a light strawberry cream cheese filling. via @artandthekitchCreamy and fluffy, this No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is a favorite summertime dessert. A graham cracker crust filled with fresh strawberries and a light strawberry cream cheese filling. via @artandthekitchCreamy and fluffy, this No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is a favorite summertime dessert. A graham cracker crust filled with fresh strawberries and a light strawberry cream cheese filling. via @artandthekitch

    Creamy and fluffy, this No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is a favorite summertime dessert. A graham cracker crust filled with fresh strawberries and a light strawberry cream cheese filling.

    A slice of fluffy no bake strawberry pie, fresh strawberries  on white plate with whole pie with slice cut out in background.

    No-Bake cheesecakes are so easy to make and perfect for those hot summer days when you don't want to use an oven. I made this strawberry pie recipe with a homemade graham cracker crust, but a store-bought graham crust will work as well. You may even like to try my Gingersnap Pie Crust recipe.

    The sweet, fresh, strawberry layer makes this pie impressively decorative! Fresh berries always add a tasty, pretty touch to summer desserts.

    If you like easy no-bake desserts make sure to try my No Bake Triple Layer Pumpkin Pie as well.

    A whole high, fluffy no bake strawberry pie garnished with fresh strawberries, mint and dollop of whipping cream.

    Tips for making no-bake cheesecake pie:

    To make the beautiful strawberry layer make sure to use ripe strawberries of similar size that have a sweet flavor. The strawberries should be fully ripe but still firm.

    This recipe makes an incredibly high pie. If you prefer, the recipe can easily be made into 2 pies or even strawberry tarts. I have even adapted this recipe to make individual strawberry cheesecake parfaits.

    No-bake strawberry pie recipe with cream cheese should have a smooth, creamy filling. To achieve this the cream cheese must be at room temperature or you will have undesirable lumps in your pie.

    I found it is best to prepare the Jello the night before. This will ensure it is fully set.

    To fill the pie, start by spreading a portion of the filling to cover the strawberries completely. Use a spatula to press the filling between the strawberries so there are no empty pockets in the pie.

    Chill at least 6 hours or even better overnight.

    White pie plate filled with a graham cracker crust and fresh whole strawberries.

    Can you substitute whipped cream for Cool Whip?

    No, you will not be able to achieve the desired consistency for this recipe for no-bake strawberry pie with cream cheese and cool whip.

    Can you freeze this pie?

    No, the consistency of the strawberry filling changes.

    How to store no-bake pies

    No-bake desserts must be stored in the refrigerator. Cover with plastic wrap so the top does not dry out. An airtight cake or pie storage container will also work.

    Take out before serving and put any leftovers back in the fridge.

    Store in refrigerator for 2-3 days.

    A whole high, fluffy no bake strawberry pie garnished with fresh strawberries, mint and dollop of whipping cream.

    How to Make a Graham Cracker Pie Crust

    • Mix together 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs with ¼ cup granulated sugar. Gradually stir 6 tablespoons of melted butter into the crumb mix and combine well.
    • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the pie plate.
    • Chill for at least 30 minutes.
    A slice of fluffy no bake strawberry pie, fresh strawberries  on white plate with whole pie with slice cut out in background.

    How to Make Strawberry No-Bake Cheesecake Pie

    • Prepare graham cracker crust.
    • Make Jello per package instructions. Set fully.
    • Wash and remove stems from strawberries. Pat dry to remove any moisture.
    • Beat together cream cheese and sugar.
    • Stir prepared Jello into the cream cheese mixture.
    • Fold in the whipped topping.
    • Place fresh strawberries tightly together on the bottom of the graham crust.
    • Spread a portion of the strawberry cream cheese filling on top of the strawberries, filling any gaps between.
    • Add remaining filling, and spread to make a heaping dome.
    • Refrigerate to set for at least 6 hours.

    More Strawberry Recipes to try

    5 Minute Strawberry Sauce

    Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

    Strawberry Feta Bruschetta

    A slice of fluffy no bake strawberry pie, fresh strawberries on white plate with whole pie with slice cut out in background.

    No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie

    Laureen King
    No Bake desserts are so easy to whip up and this recipe for No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is delicious!
    3.99 from 83 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 349 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 package strawberry Jello 4 serving size. Prepare as per box instructions and set completely.
    • 15-20 fresh ripe strawberries stems removed
    • 1 graham cracker pie crust
    • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 4 cups cool whip or any frozen whipped topping thawed

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare Jello as per package instructions. Refrigerate to set completely, at least 4 hours or better yet, overnight.
    • Wash and remove stems from strawberries, pat dry.
    • Cover the bottom of the graham cracker pie crust with whole fresh strawberries.
    • In a mixing bowl beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar.
    • Stir in the prepared jello and mix completely.
    • Using a spatula, fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture.
    • Spread a portion of the mixture on top of the strawberries. Ensure all gaps between the strawberries are filled.
    • Top with the remaining mixture, spreading evenly into dome-shaped top. This is a very high pie!
    • Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate to set for at least 6 hours or overnight.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 349kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 266mgPotassium: 135mgFiber: 1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 411IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword no bake strawberry cheesecake pie, no bake strawberry pie, strawberry pie, no bake pie
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Another great tasting no-bake dessert to try is my No Bake Triple Layer Pumpkin Pie

    Slice of pumpkin pie with layers of pumpkin, cream cheese and whipped cream on amber coloured glass plate.

    This post was originally published June 7, 2016. I occasionally update with fresh tips, content and photos. Current update April 6, 2022.

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    1. Lorie

      August 11, 2016 at 5:58 pm

      I have just made this, because I am always trying to find new good recipes, & I love to cook.
      I wanted to Thank - You for sharing this recipe with me, & others. I loved it, & it was easy to make. I loved the pie so much that I couldn't stop eating it.

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        August 11, 2016 at 9:28 pm

        Thank you for trying my recipe Lorie, so glad you enjoyed it.

        Reply
        • Kim

          September 18, 2017 at 2:21 pm

          Hi. I'm going to make this but I forgot the jello!!! Can it be made without it?

          Reply
          • Laureen King

            September 22, 2017 at 7:02 pm

            sorry for not getting back to you sooner Kim, but I have been busy moving. You do need the jello for this recipe!

            Reply
          • Bella

            November 21, 2017 at 7:47 pm

            5 stars
            I make it without jello and it still taste amazing

            Reply
            • Laureen King

              November 21, 2017 at 8:41 pm

              Wonderful Bella!

    2. Bridgett

      November 23, 2016 at 7:53 pm

      Can this pie be made the night before so it can be eaten at the noon meal. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        November 23, 2016 at 7:57 pm

        yes Bridgett, its great to make the day before.

        Reply
    3. Coni

      December 01, 2016 at 8:26 pm

      This is one of my favorite pies❤️. I know this is hard to believe, the adorable lunch ladies at my school made these pies! We had the most awesome ladies preparing wonderfully lunches! Trust me I was the picky kid that didn't allow my food to touch?. Great recipe! Thank You!

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        December 01, 2016 at 9:23 pm

        So happy you enjoyed the recipe and taking the time to drop me a note. Enjoy the Holiday season

        Reply
    4. Suzianne Rouse

      February 01, 2017 at 6:23 am

      Looks easy and delicious

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        February 02, 2017 at 7:59 am

        It is so easy, and yes so so good!

        Reply
    5. vera cisneros

      February 04, 2017 at 3:57 pm

      deliciosa receta gracias ... Me encanto

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        February 04, 2017 at 7:54 pm

        Your very welcome Vera 🙂

        Reply
    6. Irene

      February 22, 2017 at 12:29 am

      Sounds easy and delicious. Going to try it!

      Reply
    7. Mary Ellen

      April 04, 2017 at 6:00 pm

      I'm not a real fan of whipped toppings such as Cool Whip. Could real whipped cream be substituted and would it hold up if made the night before or be better made as directed and finished the day of?
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        April 05, 2017 at 11:20 am

        cool whip is quiet stable thus the pie holds together. To use real whipped cream you would have to stabilize it somehow and try.

        Reply
        • Bnhrsuv

          June 20, 2017 at 8:07 pm

          You could use plain gelataio to stablise the whipping cream also sweetening the whipping cream with powdered sugar also helps stabilize because of the cornstarch in the powdered sugar...

          Reply
      • Heather

        August 02, 2017 at 9:46 am

        4 stars
        Use gelatin in the whipping cream to stabilize it. You can buy gelatin in your local grocers.

        Reply
    8. Barb Shiffer

      April 09, 2017 at 1:44 pm

      5 stars
      Made this with sugar free jello and put in individual tart shells made with almond flour.... used real whipped cream stabilized with Dr Oetker's Whip It stabilizer....no extra sugar.... low carb dessert!

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        April 14, 2017 at 7:53 am

        I'll have to try the Dr Oetker stabilizer with real whipped cream next time. Thanks for the tip Barb.

        Reply
    9. Linda

      April 14, 2017 at 6:34 pm

      Bought all ingredients to make the pie- so 4 cups of cool whip is 4 containers , right??

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        April 15, 2017 at 8:58 am

        Hi Linda, there are different size containers of cool whip, so you have to measure by the cup

        Reply
    10. Mariel

      April 18, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      How did you make it into a dome?

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        April 18, 2017 at 6:46 pm

        Hi Mariel, the filling is quite thick and hold together well, I just used a spatula to build it up.

        Reply
    11. Rosie

      April 25, 2017 at 8:15 pm

      I made two tonight. Mine wasn't as thick but the filling taste amazing. Does it thicken while in the the fridge for 6 hrs?? Thank you for the recipe:)

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        April 25, 2017 at 9:23 pm

        Hi Rosie, it should thicken more in the fridge. Enjoy!

        Reply
    12. Kat

      May 11, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      5 stars
      This is really good, I made it as a salad with sliced fresh berries added with the whipped topping. I used sugar free jello, Neufchatel cream cheese and light store brand Whipped Topping and it was not thick enough to mound as high as yours did with regular ingredients, but it is delicious and the perfect thickness for a salad. I think this was mostly because the light generic Whipped Topping was more airy and not the same stable consistency of Cool Whip, I would not use it again (from a nationwide Supercenter store). Also, the sliced berries may have added extra liquid and the light cream cheese may not have added as much thickening. If making this for company, I would make it as your recipe is written and probably make 2 pies, it makes a lot! I will make my lightened version over and over. Thanks for posting the recipe.

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        May 12, 2017 at 10:46 am

        Hi Kat, looks like you did a great job of adapting the recipe. So glad you enjoyed it.

        Reply
    13. Rhea Lövström

      May 18, 2017 at 3:28 pm

      Hi. Can I use whipped fresh cream instead of cool whip?

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        May 18, 2017 at 5:51 pm

        Hi Rhea, fresh whipped cream won't hold up enough for this pie and it will get runny.

        Reply
    14. Donna McGregor

      May 30, 2017 at 4:22 pm

      4 stars
      Your list of ingredients does not list Strawberry Jello. The pie was very good.

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        May 30, 2017 at 7:54 pm

        Hi Donna, it is the 1st thing on the ingredient list. So glad you enjoyed the recipe

        Reply
        • Linda

          May 01, 2018 at 9:51 am

          I have instant strawberry Jell-O pudding will that work

          Reply
          • Laureen King

            May 01, 2018 at 4:50 pm

            Hi Linda, strawberry pudding won't work, it must be jello (gelatine)

            Reply
    15. Denise C Rieger

      June 19, 2017 at 6:51 pm

      5 stars
      Great summer treat easy to make and light and yummy.

      Reply
    16. Laurie

      November 16, 2017 at 11:52 am

      I love strawberries. But this time of year they are very bland tasting. So I think i'm going to try raspberries 🙂

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        November 17, 2017 at 6:26 pm

        raspberries would be very tasty!

        Reply
    17. Patty

      September 07, 2018 at 10:40 pm

      Do you know how many individual 2 oz portions this will make?

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        September 10, 2018 at 6:38 pm

        Hi Patty, I have no idea, I've never weighed a slice. Sorry couldn't help you with this.

        Reply
    18. Aasha

      October 11, 2018 at 6:54 pm

      so the set Jello is mixed to the cream cheese? im going to make this for a baby shower party today.

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        October 11, 2018 at 8:00 pm

        Aasha, yes the set jello is mixed into the cream cheese. Make sure the jello is set! Also be sure to leave plenty of time, at least 6 hours for pie to set. Enjoy!

        Reply
    19. Teresa Mullins

      June 21, 2020 at 9:31 pm

      4 stars
      I made this for my husband for Father's Day. It is yummy. It reminded me of the Jello 1-2-3 my grandmother made in late 60's (which is a great memory). I used a store bought graham cracker crust, but will try my own crust next time. Can't wait to make this again!

      Reply
    20. Tina

      October 11, 2020 at 10:41 am

      I love this pie but why does the graham crust get so wet??

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        October 12, 2020 at 9:03 am

        Hi Tina, I'm guessing that the fresh strawberries may have been wet or too ripe.

        Reply
        • Tina

          October 15, 2020 at 4:03 pm

          5 stars
          Thank You so much for replying,,my strawberries were ripe,,,do you have to use them on the bottom?

          Reply
          • Laureen King

            October 15, 2020 at 8:55 pm

            Tina, you can leave the fresh strawberries out, it will still taste great. Maybe even just serve some fresh sliced ones on the side.

            Reply

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