Description
Indulge in a refreshing treat with this Strawberry Shortcake Freezer Pie recipe. Discover how to make this delicious dessert today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shortbread cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped with 2 tablespoons sugar
- 6–8 whole strawberries
- 2 tablespoons shortbread cookie crumbs
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Crust Combine the shortbread cookie crumbs and sugar in a medium bowl, then pour in the melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to compress the crust evenly. Place the crust in the freezer for 15 minutes to set while you prepare the filling.
- Step 2: Make the Cream Filling In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and lemon juice, then beat until fully incorporated. The lemon juice adds a subtle brightness that balances the sweetness perfectly. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula, maintaining as much air as possible for that light, mousse-like texture.
- Step 3: Assemble and Freeze Retrieve your crust from the freezer and pour in the cream filling, spreading it into an even layer. Smooth the top with an offset spatula for a professional finish. Cover with plastic wrap, making sure it doesn’t touch the surface of the filling. Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until completely firm. This patient waiting period is crucial for the proper texture development of your Strawberry Shortcake Freezer Pie.
- Step 4: Prepare the Strawberry Topping About an hour before serving, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Gently toss and let sit at room temperature, allowing the berries to release their juices and create a natural syrup. This maceration process enhances both the flavor and glossy appearance of your topping.
- Step 5: Serve and Garnish Remove the pie from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving to soften slightly for easier slicing. Top the pie with the macerated strawberries, then pipe or dollop the sweetened whipped cream around the edges. Place whole strawberries decoratively on top and sprinkle with the reserved shortbread crumbs for a beautiful visual and textural finish that hints at what’s inside.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg