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No-Bake Cranberry Cream Pie

A creamy, refreshing no-bake cranberry cream pie made with simple ingredients. Perfect for holidays and effortless entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 container (12 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawedor 1 ½ cups heavy cream, whipped
  • 1 pre-made 9-inch graham cracker crustor homemade crust (see Notes)

Instructions
 

  • Beat the Cream Cheese
    Add softened cream cheese to a mixing bowl and beat for 1 minute, until smooth and fluffy.
  • Prepare the Cranberry Sauce
    Transfer the cranberry sauce to a bowl and mash lightly with a fork. Microwave for 30–60 seconds on low heat until just softened but not melted.
  • Combine Mixtures
    Add the softened cranberry sauce to the cream cheese. Beat until smooth, scraping the bowl as needed.
  • Fold in the Whipped Topping
    Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated and airy.
  • Assemble the Pie
    Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust. Mound the top slightly and smooth the surface.
  • Freeze
    Freeze the pie for 6–8 hours or overnight.
  • Serve
    Remove from the freezer about 30 minutes before serving for the perfect creamy texture.

Notes

Homemade Graham Cracker Crust

Ingredients:
  • ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp melted butter
Instructions:
  • Mix crumbs, sugars, and melted butter until combined.
  • Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides.
  • Freeze while preparing the filling.