Dive into the creamy and delightful world of homemade pies with our delectable Cream Cheese Pie recipe.
Perfect for any occasion, this pie combines the richness of cream cheese with a classic graham cracker crust, topped with a subtly sweet sour cream layer. It’s a dessert that’s sure to impress!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 prepared graham cracker crust
For the Topping:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), setting the stage for perfect baking.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with 1 cup sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat these ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Fill the Crust: Pour this creamy filling into your prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing out the top for an even layer.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes. The filling should be just set and slightly wobbly in the center.
- Prepare the Topping: While the pie is baking, mix together the sour cream, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a medium bowl.
- Add the Finishing Touch: After the pie has baked for 35 minutes, remove it from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Carefully spread the sour cream topping over the hot pie.
- Final Bake: Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes. This short bake allows the topping to set without browning.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the pie cool completely at room temperature. This step is crucial for the pie to set properly and develop its flavors.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve this heavenly Cream Cheese Pie. It’s perfect as it is or can be adorned with fresh berries or a drizzle of caramel for an extra touch of elegance