Strawberry Cheesecake Pie (9-inch)  

Prep: 25 min | Chill: 4+ hours | Serves: 8-10  

Ingredients

*Crust:*  

- 200g graham crackers (or digestive biscuits)  

- 100g unsalted butter, melted  

- 1 tbsp (15g) sugar  

*Filling:*  

- 450g cream cheese, softened  

- 100g powdered sugar  

- 1 tsp vanilla extract  

- 200ml heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks  

- 10g gelatin + 60ml cold water (optional, for stability)  

*Topping:*  

- 300g fresh strawberries, sliced  

- 100g strawberry jam (for glaze)  

- 1 tbsp lemon juice  

Instructions  

1. *Make the Crust*  

   - Crush biscuits into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and sugar.  

   - Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill for 15 minutes.  

2. *Prepare the Filling*  

   - Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.  

   - If using gelatin: Bloom in cold water for 5 minutes, then microwave for 10 seconds to dissolve. Cool slightly and fold into cream cheese mixture.  

   - Gently fold in whipped cream until combined.  

3. *Assemble*  

   - Pour filling over the crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.  

   - Chill for at least 4 hours (overnight preferred).  

4. *Add Topping*  

   - Arrange strawberry slices over the chilled pie.  

   - Warm strawberry jam with lemon juice, then brush over strawberries for a glossy finish.  

5. *Serve*  

   - Slice and enjoy chilled.  

*Tip:* For a no-bake option, omit gelatin but serve within 24 hours for best texture.  

Pair with whipped cream or mint leaves for garnish.