Ingredients
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup ground almonds (or more graham crackers)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Strawberry Filling:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 ½ teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- ¼ cup cold water
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Garnish (optional):
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Optionally toast the ground almonds in a non-stick skillet until fragrant. Melt the butter in a small pan. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ground almonds, sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use a heavy glass to compact and smooth the crust into an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Strawberry Filling: In a food processor or blender, puree strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes.
- Heat the strawberry puree in a saucepan over medium heat until warm (do not boil). Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add heavy cream and vanilla and beat until stiff peaks form. Mix in sweetened condensed milk until well blended. Gently fold in the cooled strawberry puree until fully incorporated.
- Assemble: Pour the strawberry cream filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top. Freeze for 4–6 hours or until fully set.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove the pie from the freezer 30 minutes before serving to allow it to soften slightly. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh strawberries, if desired.
Notes
- Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor but is optional.
- Ensure gelatin is fully dissolved for a smooth filling.
- For easier slicing, dip a knife in warm water before each cut.
- This pie must be kept frozen and should only be softened just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
