No-Bake Cranberry Pie
This No-Bake Cranberry Pie is an easy-to-make, festive dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or a quick treat. A creamy filling made from cream cheese, cranberry sauce, and whipped topping sits in a crunchy graham cracker crust, creating a delicious contrast of textures. No baking required, just chill and serve!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons orange zest
- 1 (14 ounce) can whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1 (8 ounce) tub of whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and orange zest with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cranberry sauce and beat on low until well combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth.
- Spread the mixture into the graham cracker crust.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight to allow the pie to set.
- Once set, garnish with your favorite toppings, slice, and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a homemade touch, consider using a homemade graham cracker crust.
- Gluten-free options are available by using a gluten-free crust and checking the ingredients in the cranberry sauce and whipped topping.
- Swap the orange zest with lemon or lime zest for a different citrus flavor.
- The pie can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before serving or enjoy frozen.
Find it online: https://recipesbyjanet.com/no-bake-cranberry-pie/
