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Strawberry Cream Cheese Jello Pie (No-Bake Recipe for Summer)

Make this creamy, no-bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Jello Pie — light, refreshing, and ready in minutes. Perfect for summer parties or easy weeknight desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 14 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip or whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored Jello
  • ½ cup boiling water
  • 1 graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • Optional garnish: whipped cream and fresh strawberries

Substitutions

  • Homemade whipped cream (2 cups whipped heavy cream) instead of Cool Whip for a richer, natural taste.
  • Sugar-free Jello for a lower-calorie version.
  • Gluten-free graham cracker crust or almond crust for dietary needs.

Instructions
 

  • Dissolve the Jello: In a medium bowl, pour ½ cup boiling water over the strawberry Jello. Stir until completely dissolved. Let it cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  • Blend with Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to the cooled Jello mixture. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth, creamy, and well combined.
  • Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the Cool Whip with a spatula until the mixture becomes fluffy and evenly pink. Don’t overmix — air is your friend here!
  • Fill and Smooth: Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust. Spread evenly, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or offset spatula.
  • Chill to Set: Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight if you want that perfect firm-yet-creamy texture.
  • Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, top with fresh strawberries and a swirl of whipped cream. (A drizzle of chocolate or strawberry syrup never hurts either.)