Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the crust
- Mix the crushed Golden Oreos (or shortbread cookies) with melted butter until evenly coated, then press into a 9-inch pie dish to form a firm layer.
- Freeze the crust for 15 minutes to set before filling.
Make the strawberry cream filling
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and stir until glossy and combined.
- Stir in the strawberry puree until fully mixed, then fold in the whipped topping until the filling looks thick and uniform.
Assemble and add the strawberry crunch topping
- Pour the strawberry cream filling into the crust and smooth the top with an even layer.
- Mix the crunch topping ingredients (crushed Golden Oreos, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter) and press firmly onto the top so it adheres.
- Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours until solid, keeping the surface protected from freezer air.
Slice and garnish
- Let the pie sit for 5 minutes before slicing so clean pieces hold together.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and extra whipped cream right before serving for a fresh, crowned finish.
Notes
Pro tip: Press the crust firmly and pack the crunch topping down with the back of a spoon so the layers don’t shed when you slice. Store covered in the freezer up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge for 10–15 minutes if you want softer slices. This is naturally vegetarian if your whipped topping is vegetarian-friendly; for a lower-sugar option, use a powdered sugar substitute in the filling.
