Description
Stupid Pie is a no-bake, creamy dessert featuring a smooth cream cheese and whipped topping filling in a pre-made graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make pie allows optional toppings like chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, or peanut butter for added flavor, making it a fun and versatile treat that sets beautifully after chilling for a few hours.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (or any crust of your choice)
Filling
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy, forming the base of the pie filling.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Vanilla: Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract thoroughly, continuing to beat the mixture until it is fully combined and creamy.
- Fold in the Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring it is evenly incorporated to create a light and fluffy filling.
- Assemble the Pie: Spoon the prepared cream cheese filling into the pre-made graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly across the base for a uniform layer.
- Add Optional Toppings: If desired, sprinkle the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows on top or drizzle peanut butter over the filling for extra flavor and texture.
- Chill the Pie: Place the assembled pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie into servings and enjoy it chilled as a delightful, creamy dessert perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- This recipe requires no baking, making it a quick and easy dessert option.
- Allow the pie to chill overnight for the best texture and flavor development.
- Feel free to use any graham cracker crust or substitute with a cookie crust of your choice.
- Optional toppings can be varied or omitted based on personal preference.
- For a firmer filling, you can add a tablespoon of gelatin dissolved in water before folding in the whipped topping.
