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Cream Cheese Pie

A silky, smooth pie that melts in your mouth with a hint of sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 package 8 oz of cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 cup of sour cream
  • 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon juice, if using.
  4. Gradually fold in the sour cream until fully combined.
  5. Carefully pour the cream cheese mixture into the pre-made graham cracker crust.
  6. Bake the pie in your preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  7. Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool at room temperature.
  8. Transfer the pie to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

This pie is delicious on its own but can be topped with fresh fruit or whipped cream.