Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Pie
If you love an easy dessert that looks impressive but doesn’t take a ton of work, this Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is it. It’s creamy, slightly tangy, perfectly sweet, and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries, making it feel extra special. This is one of those desserts that’s simple enough for a weeknight treat but pretty enough to serve for special occasions, holidays, or Sunday dinner.
Originally posted July 2015, updated April 2026
Strawberry Cheesecake Pie
I love strawberries. And I love cheesecake. So… for Easter, I baked a Strawberry Cheesecake Pie. And it was delicious!!!
I especially love making this Strawberry Cheesecake Pie during strawberry season when the berries are fresh, bright, and full of flavor. The way the berries are presented on this pie really show how pretty they are and you don’t even have to do anything to the strawberries other than dust them with powdered sugar.
The combination of the creamy cream cheese filling with a hint of lemon flavor, buttery graham cracker pie crust, and fresh strawberries on top is just hard to beat – no strawberry pie filling required! And a Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is the perfect summer dessert for a church potluck, a family dinner, or any Spring holiday (Easter, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, etc.).
Tools Needed
- Deep pie plate – a 9-inch pie pan is most common
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Flat-bottom measuring cup or glass (for pressing the crust)
- Wire cooling rack
- Knife (for prepping strawberries)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy, no-fuss cheesecake (no water bath needed!) – no need to be an experienced cook
- Uses simple, everyday ingredients to make a creamy filling that is irresistible
- Perfect make-ahead dessert because the cheesecake layer needs to chill
- Fresh strawberries make it feel light and seasonal
- Great for spring, summer, Easter, or Mother’s Day
Ingredients
The ingredients for this Easy Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie are all common and easy to find.
Crust
- Graham crackers, crushed
- Butter, melted
- Sugar
Filling
- Cream cheese, at room temperature
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon juice
- Eggs
Topping
- Sour cream
- Sugar
- Fresh in-season strawberries
- Powdered sugar, optional
Find the complete recipe with ingredient measurements in the recipe card below.
How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Pie
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- If you haven’t already, crush the graham crackers using a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin. You can also save time and use store-bought graham cracker crumbs.
- Make the buttery graham cracker crust by combining the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into a deep pie plate. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to pack it down tightly and evenly across the bottom and up the sides.
- In a large bowl, prepare the filling. Mix the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake the cheesecake mixture for 20 to 25 minutes, until the center is almost set for the cream cheese layer.
- While the pie is baking, mix together the sour cream and sugar until smooth to make the topping.
- Remove the pie from the oven and gently spread the sour cream topping over the warm cheesecake layer.
- Place the pie on a wire rack and let it cool for at least 30 minutes.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best results.
- For the strawberry layer, remove the tops from the strawberries and place them upside down on the pie.
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and serve.
Tips for the Best Strawberry Cheesecake Pie
- Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened so the filling is smooth and lump-free.
- Don’t overbake – the center should still have a slight jiggle when you take it out.
- Press the crust firmly so it holds together when slicing.
- Chill time is important – this helps the pie fully set and makes clean slices easier.
Variations
- Slice the strawberries instead of leaving them whole for easier serving
- Add a glaze over the strawberries for a bakery-style finish
- Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or a mixed berry topping
- Drizzle with chocolate ganache or strawberry sauce before serving
- Grab some heavy cream and make fresh whipped cream to use as topping or Cool Whip is another option
- Use a pre-made graham cracker crust if you must, but a homemade graham cracker crust is a million times better. You could also use a vanilla wafer crust in a pinch,
Storage
Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container. Because of the fresh strawberries, it’s best enjoyed within the first day or two for the best texture and appearance.
FAQ
Yes… but homemade really does taste so much better.
Absolutely! This is a perfect make-ahead dessert since it needs several hours to chill.
Yes, this recipe will not work with frozen berries.
This Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is creamy, fresh, and just the right amount of sweet. It’s one of those desserts that disappears fast, so you might want to grab a slice early! 🍓
More Strawberry Recipes
- Strawberry Shortcake Cake
- Red Velvet Strawberry Shortcake Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Recipe
- Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler Recipe (Perfect Spring Dessert)
- Strawberry Delight Recipe (Easy Layered Dessert with Fresh Strawberries)
- Fresh Strawberry Tart
- Deviled Strawberries (Tiktok Recipe)
- The Creamiest No Bake Cheesecake Cups
- Chia Seed Strawberry Jam
Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Pie
Description
If you love an easy dessert that looks impressive but doesn’t take a ton of work, this Strawberry Cheesecake Pie is it. It’s creamy, slightly tangy, perfectly sweet, and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries, making it feel extra special. This is one of those desserts that’s simple enough for a weeknight treat but pretty enough to serve for special occasions, holidays, or Sunday dinner.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
- 8 Graham Crackers, crushed
- 4 tablespoons of butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
Filling Ingredients:
- 12 oz. cream cheese (1 1/2 bricks), at room temperature
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 2 eggs
Topping Ingredients:
- 8 oz. sour cream
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 pints fresh strawberries
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- For the crust, combine all ingredients and firmly press into a deep pie plate. I like to use the bottom of a measuring cup to really press the crust down firm. If you absolutely have to… you can skip this step and buy a pre-made graham cracker crust… but please don’t!
- Once the pie crust is done, preheat oven to 350°. For the filling, combine the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla and eggs. Mix until you have a smooth creamy texture. Pour into graham cracker crust and bake for 20-25 minutes, until center is almost set.
- While the filling is baking, combine the sour cream and sugar for the topping. Mix until smooth. Spread over the warm filling and cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
- Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight. Before serving, cut the tops off of the strawberries and place them upside down on the pie. Dust with confectioners sugar.
- Enjoy!!!
Notes
- Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened so the filling is smooth and lump-free.
- Don’t overbake – the center should still have a slight jiggle when you take it out.
- Press the crust firmly so it holds together when slicing.
- Chill time is important – this helps the pie fully set and makes clean slices easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 413
- Sugar: 32.6 g
- Sodium: 196.7 mg
- Fat: 26.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40.1 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 114.6 mg
This sounds like a great new dessert to try. I think the only thing I would do differently would be I would slice the strawberries and arrange them artistically on top of the cheesecake part. They look wonderful the way you have them but that’s a LOT of strawberry to try and get in your mouth with each bite. I think for the ones I bake for it would be easier if the berries were sliced. I can see your pie now with the big strawberries on them and some homemade whipped topping artistically piped onto the berries. With this pie you can just keep going and going.
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It looks delicious!
I’ve made this several times ..Great recipe!