Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the crumble crust and freeze
- Mix the crushed Golden Oreos or shortbread cookies with the melted butter until evenly coated, then press into a 9-inch pie dish. Press firmly to compact the crust for clean slices after freezing.
- Freeze the crust for 15 minutes until set. The surface should look firm and slightly matte before adding filling.
Prepare the strawberry cream filling
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Scrape the bowl as needed so there are no lumps.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then stir until combined. The mixture should look thick and creamy.
- Stir in the strawberry puree until the filling turns uniform pink. Stop when no streaks remain.
- Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated. The filling should be airy but hold its shape.
- Pour the strawberry cream filling into the crust and smooth the top. Tap the pie dish lightly to even out the surface.
Add the strawberry crunch topping and freeze
- Mix the crunch topping ingredients—crushed Golden Oreos, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter—then press firmly onto the top of the pie. Press to adhere so it doesn’t fall off when sliced.
- Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours until solid. The center should be firm all the way through.
Slice and garnish
- Let the pie sit for 5 minutes before slicing. This short rest helps the filling cut without cracking the crust.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and extra whipped cream just before serving. Finish with berries on top for a bright, fresh look.
Notes
For the cleanest slices, freeze the pie fully solid (at least 6 hours) and slice with a sharp knife dipped in warm water. Store covered in the freezer up to 2 weeks; thawing in the refrigerator will soften the crust, so avoid frequent thaw-and-refreeze. Freezing is yes—keep wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn. For a lighter option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and a lighter whipped topping in the same measurements.
