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cheesecake pie

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Chilling Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 5 hours
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Pie Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Hand Mixer
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs for crust
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, for crust
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries optional for topping
  • 0.5 cup strawberry jam optional for glaze
  • q.s. chocolate for chocolate cheesecake variant or additional flavorings

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F for baked cheesecake pie or prepare the fridge for no-bake version.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into a pie pan to form the crust; pre-bake if necessary for about 10 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat room temperature cream cheese until smooth.
  • Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until combined.
  • Add sour cream and eggs, mixing gently to avoid overmixing.
  • If making chocolate cheesecake, fold in melted chocolate and cocoa powder carefully.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes for baked version, or refrigerate for at least 4 hours for no-bake version.
  • For topping, prepare fresh strawberries and glaze if desired.
  • Serve chilled, optionally with fresh strawberries on top or a drizzle of chocolate.

Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest texture. No-bake variants are forgiving; use heavy cream and proper chilling for best results. Fresh toppings should be added just prior to serving to maintain their quality. Keep experimenting with flavors and variations—cheesecake pie is versatile and fun to modify!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg
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