For a refreshing and delightful summer treat, few desserts can rival the simplicity and deliciousness of a classic fruit icebox pie. With its creamy, custard-like filling, buttery graham cracker crust, and a vibrant array of fresh fruits, this no-bake dessert is a perfect way to cool down on a hot day. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe passed down through generations or a modern twist with unique flavors, there's an icebox pie recipe out there to satisfy every craving.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
STRAWN'S EAT SHOP'S STRAWBERRY ICEBOX PIE
Since opening in 1944, Strawn's has received tons of attention for its signature icebox pie, and you probably won't get out of the place without trying one. Reminders are everywhere: Cream-topped, fruit-filled pies are painted on the walls and plastered on the front of the menu, and the staff shirts say #PIE. The recipe itself isn't complicated. In the 1920s and '30s, icebox pies were a practical choice for home cooks, who could prebake the shell and then keep the whipped filling cool in an icebox until it was time for dessert. Lemon versions are common in the South, but Strawn's made a name for itself with this fresh strawberry one.
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 5h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the crust: Pulse the flour and salt in a food processor until combined. Add the shortening and pulse until the mixture looks like coarse cornmeal. Add the ice water, then continue to pulse until the mixture becomes a shaggy dough. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into an 11-inch round (about 1/8 inch thick), then fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim away any excess dough, crimp the edges and prick the bottom all over with a fork. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line the bottom of the pie with foil or parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until the bottom is just starting to set and the edges are just starting to brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and continue to bake until the crust is golden brown and cooked through, about 10 more minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely.
- Meanwhile, make the glaze: Whisk the eggs with the granulated sugar in a medium bowl until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons milk until smooth, then whisk into the egg mixture. Warm the remaining 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk and the melted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until steaming, 2 minutes. Slowly whisk the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, then return the entire mixture to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Whisk in the red food coloring.
- Spoon the glaze into the pie crust and spread over the bottom and up the sides. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, 2 hours.
- Spread the berries in the glazed crust. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
- Make the topping: Beat the heavy cream, confectioners' sugar and vanilla in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Spread over the pie and top with the strawberry half.
FRUIT ICEBOX PIE
One could substitute graham cracker crumbs for the vanilla wafers, and fruit cocktail for the fruit called for in this recipe. It's a great dessert and one my mother made when I was a kid, well over 25 years ago! This was one of the recipes I copied from my mom's collection when I left home for the first time! This pie contains raw eggs. We recommend that pregnant women, children, the elderly, and the infirm do not consume raw eggs.
Provided by JLSUNSET
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, cream together butter and confectioners sugar. mix in eggs and vanilla extract. Spread half of cookie crumbs into bottom of a 9 inch pie pan. Spread creamed mixture evenly over the crumbs.
- Whip cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in pineapple, bananas, dates, and nuts. Spread over butter mixture. Top with remaining cookie crumbs.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Chill 24 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 692.3 calories, Carbohydrate 78.1 g, Cholesterol 117.8 mg, Fat 41.7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 240.7 mg, Sugar 37.6 g
NO-BAKE LEMON ICEBOX PIE
Lemon lovers and lazy bakers alike will adore this easy, no-bake pie!
Provided by By Annalise Sandberg
Categories Dessert
Time 8h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix Crust ingredients. Press evenly into ungreased 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate 1 hour.
- In large bowl, beat Filling ingredients until smooth. Spread evenly in crust. Refrigerate 6 hours or until set.
- Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 1 g
GRILLED CITRUS ICEBOX PIE
Provided by Damaris Phillips
Categories dessert
Time 2h55m
Yield one 9-inch pie (8 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prepare a grill for medium heat. Grill the lemon, lime and orange cut-sides down until charred and soft, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly, then zest some of the fruit to get 1 tablespoon of zest; set aside. Juice all of the citrus (you should have 1/2 cup citrus juice).
- Whisk the egg yolks in a medium bowl until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk and the citrus juice. Stir until smooth, then pour into the prepared crust. Bake until the center of the pie is just set, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool for 1 hour, then refrigerate for another hour until chilled. Chill a large bowl.
- Put the heavy cream in the chilled bowl and add the confectioners' sugar and the grilled zest. Whip until soft peaks form. Top the cooled pie with the whipped cream and serve immediately or chill again briefly before serving.
STAR-SPANGLED LEMON ICEBOX PIE
With a little chill time, my no-bake lemon pie turns into a potluck superstar. My kids like to arrange the berries in a star pattern. -Lauren Katz, Ashburn, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place cookies and sugar in a food processor; process until cookies are ground. Add melted butter; pulse just until combined. Press mixture onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Bake 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, lemon zest and lemon juice until smooth; gradually beat in milk., Spread into prepared crust. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours or until filling is set. Top with berries before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 41g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
ICE BOX FRUITCAKE
I don't know if this is a regional dish or what ... but NO ONE I talk to seems to have ever heard of it except the people in my family... and most people act like it's sooooo ODD ... but it's really yummy and it's really simple common ingredients ...
Provided by Elaine Harper
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the pecans, raisins, walnuts, cherries, condensed milk and vanilla wafers. Dough will be very thick, you will need to use your hands.
- Form dough into a ring shape on top of a dinner plate. Wrap in many layers of plastic wrap and/or aluminum foil. Allow to age in the refrigerator for at least a week. The flavors will have a chance to blend and all of the milk will be absorbed into the cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 110.5 mg, Sugar 22.7 g
PEACHES 'N CREAM ICEBOX PIE
Lots of peachy flavor in this easy no-bake icebox pie! Best made with fresh peaches but other fresh, frozen or canned fruit is good too. Pie may be refrigerated for at least three hours and then served--but it's firmer and easier to slice if made ahead and frozen, then defrosted for 10 to 15 minutes prior to slicing.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Cheesecake
Time 10m
Yield 1 pie, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add condensed milk and blend well.
- Add lemon juice and the vanilla extract. Blend well to combine.
- Pour into premade pie shell.
- Cover and refrigerate pie for at least three hours, or freeze.
- (Note: The pie will slice best if made ahead then frozen overnight or until serving time. Pie may be frozen with or without the peach topping. Defrost for 10 to 15 minutes prior to slicing).
- Peach Topping:.
- In a medium bowl, stir the sliced peaches with marmalade and cinnamon. Top pie with the peach mixture.
Tips:
- For a classic icebox pie, use a graham cracker crust. For a more decadent pie, use a chocolate cookie crust or an Oreo cookie crust.
- When layering the fruit, be sure to press it down gently so that the layers are compact and the pie holds together well.
- If you are using fresh fruit, be sure to wash and dry it thoroughly before using.
- If you are using frozen fruit, thaw it completely before using. You can thaw the fruit in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours.
- For a smoother pie, use a hand mixer or a food processor to blend the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- If you don't have time to make the whipped cream, you can use store-bought whipped cream instead.
- Serve the pie immediately or chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Fruit icebox pies are a refreshing and delicious summer dessert. They are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite fruits. Whether you are looking for a classic icebox pie or something a little more decadent, there is a recipe in this article that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give one of these fruit icebox pie recipes a try.
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