Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Crust
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly.
- Add egg yolk and ice water, mixing until the dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Prick the bottom with a fork.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
Make the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Spread the filling into the cooled pie crust.
Prepare the Topping
- In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
- Arrange the macerated strawberries on top of the cream filling.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries. You can also add a layer of strawberry glaze on top for extra shine.
