Homemade Cheese Pie Recipe
A creamy, dreamy dessert with a buttery crust and rich cheese filling – perfect for any occasion!
🍪 Crust Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
🧀 Filling Ingredients
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (or zest)
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream or sour cream
🍓 Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Fruit compote
- Whipped cream
- Caramel drizzle
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- Mix dry ingredients: Pulse flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor.
- Add butter: Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add water: Drizzle in ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough forms.
- Chill: Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Pre-bake: Roll out, fit into a 9-inch pie dish, prick with a fork, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes with pie weights (then 5 more without). Cool.
2. Make the Filling
- Beat cream cheese & sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, lemon juice, and cream.
- Pour into cooled crust.
3. Bake & Chill
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 35-45 minutes (center should jiggle slightly).
- Cool completely, then refrigerate 4+ hours (overnight is best).
4. Serve & Enjoy!
- Top with berries, whipped cream, or caramel. Slice and serve chilled.
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Room-temperature ingredients prevent lumps.
✔ Prevent cracks: Avoid overbaking and cool slowly.
✔ No food processor? Use a pastry cutter or fork.
🔄 Variations
- Lemon Blueberry: Add 1 cup blueberries + extra lemon zest.
- Chocolate Chip: Fold in ½ cup mini chocolate chips.
- Graham Cracker Crust: Swap for a quicker option.
This velvety, tangy-sweet cheese pie is a guaranteed hit! 😋🍰
