Fluffy, cool strawberry cream pie is the quintessential summer dessert! Best of all, it’s easy to whip up and you don’t even need to turn on the oven, so it’s ideal for hot, humid days.
Strawberry cream pie is the no-bake dessert we all need for summer entertaining!
It features a delectable combination of sweet berries, a rich cheesecake-like filling, and a light layer of whipped cream on top—and it’s all nestled inside a flaky pie crust. Oh yes .
Whether you’re looking for something to bring to your next family picnic or simply want a delicious dessert to cap off a weeknight dinner, this strawberry cream pie is guaranteed to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.
(Can’t get enough strawberries when they’re in season? Me neither! Try my 5-Ingredient Strawberry Crumble and Strawberry Granita too.)
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Cream Pie Recipe
These are all the reasons I’m loving this strawberry cream pie recipe:
- It’s vegan . Hooray! Not a lot of cream pie recipes are vegan—in fact, at most stores and restaurants not any of them are. But all you need are a few simple swaps to make a strawberry cream pie that’s completely plant-based.
- It’s easy to make . With only a handful ingredients and simple instructions, you can whip up this cool, creamy, summery dessert in no time.
- It’s delicious . With the sweet flavour of ripe strawberries, rich and creamy texture, and flaky crust, you won’t be able to resist helping yourself to a second slice. (I say: go for it!)
Notes on Ingredients
Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
- Vegan pie crust – Use a store-bought crust, or if you’re in the mood to turn on the oven, make my vegan pie crust or gluten-free vegan pie crust .
- Vegan cream cheese – Let this soften on the countertop before starting the recipe.
- Vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar
- Vegan whipped cream – Use store-bought or homemade vegan whipped cream .
- Fresh strawberries – Make sure they’re ripe and sweet—they’re the star of the show here!
- Vegan strawberry jam – A layer of jam adds sweetness and delightful jammy texture to the pie.
Which Cream Cheese Brands Are Vegan?
If you’ve never bought vegan cream cheese before, there are lots of brands on the market these days—even Philadelphia has a plant-based cream cheese now! Other options include Miyoko’s, Daiya, Violife, Tofutti, and Kite Hill.
How to Make Strawberry Cream Pie
Here’s how to whip up strawberry cream pie:
Make the cream cheese mixture . Use a hand mixer to beat the vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth.
Mash the strawberries . Mash 1 cup of strawberries until they reach a chunky jam-like texture.
Finish the filling . Fold the strawberries and whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
Assemble . Pour the strawberry cream filling into the pie crust, then spread the strawberry jam in an even layer on top. Cut the remaining strawberries into halves or quarters and place them over the jam layer, followed by the remaining whipped cream.
Chill . Refrigerate for 4 hours, or up to overnight before serving.
Tips for Success
This recipe is incredibly easy to make, but here are a few simple tips to make sure your vegan strawberry cream pie turns out perfect:
- Use a cooled pie crust . If you’re baking your own pie crust for this recipe, you’ll need to let it cool completely before adding the filling.
- Let the cream cheese soften first . This will make it easier to mix with the other filling ingredients and give the pie a smoother texture.
- Be patient . Let the pie chill before slicing it. It’s hard to be patient when you’re waiting for strawberry cream pie, but if you cut it too soon, it won’t hold its shape!
Variations
For a raspberry cream pie, replace the strawberry jam and fresh strawberries with raspberry jam and fresh raspberries. You can also try making the recipe with fresh peaches and peach jam!
For a chocolate twist, add vegan chocolate chips to the filling mixture or top the pie with shavings from your favourite vegan dark chocolate bar .
How to Store
Store strawberry cream pie in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To keep it fresh, make sure it’s tightly covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil before storing, or store individual slices in an airtight container.
Can I Freeze Strawberry Cream Pie?
You can freeze strawberry cream pie for up to 3 months. To store a whole pie, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap; store individual slices in an airtight container. When you’re ready to enjoy, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator.
More Vegan Pie Recipes
- Vegan Sweet Potato Pie
- Vegan Apple Pie Recipe
- King’s Shepherd’s Pie
- Vegan Pecan Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 vegan pie crust , baked and completely cooled
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese , softened (226 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract , 4 grams
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar , 42 grams
- 1 cup vegan whipped cream , 240 grams + more for optional topping
- 1 16 ounce package of fresh strawberries , (453 grams)
- ¼ cup vegan strawberry jam , 78 grams
Instructions
- Add the vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl and use a hand mixer to beat it until smooth.
- Mash 1 cup of strawberries into a chunky jam-like mixture and add it to the cream cheese mixture, along with the vegan whipped cream. Carefully fold all ingredients together to combine.
- Pour the strawberry cream filling into the pre-baked cooled pie crust.
- Add the strawberry jam in an even layer on top of the filling.
- Cut the remaining fresh strawberries to halves or fourths and place them on top of the filling and jam.
- Add the remaining whipped cream on top of the strawberries if preferred. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight food safe container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
Strawberry Cream Pie
Ingredients
- 1 vegan pie crust baked and completely cooled
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese softened (226 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 grams
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar 42 grams
- 1 cup vegan whipped cream 240 grams + more for optional topping
- 1 16 ounce package of fresh strawberries (453 grams)
- ¼ cup vegan strawberry jam 78 grams
Instructions
- Add the vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl and use a hand mixer to beat it until smooth.
- Mash 1 cup of strawberries into a chunky jam-like mixture and add it to the cream cheese mixture, along with the vegan whipped cream. Carefully fold all ingredients together to combine.
- Pour the strawberry cream filling into the pre-baked cooled pie crust.
- Add the strawberry jam in an even layer on top of the filling.
- Cut the remaining fresh strawberries to halves or fourths and place them on top of the filling and jam.
- Add the remaining whipped cream on top of the strawberries if preferred. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight food safe container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
Nutrition
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This vegan Texas toast recipe features buttery thick-cut bread and just the right amount of garlicky seasoning to make it impossible to resist!
I love a slice of crispy homemade garlic bread whenever I’m enjoying pasta for dinner, but I’ve recently discovered Texas toast and I can’t get enough. Now, you would think something called Texas toast is made for pairing with birria tacos or burritos , but this is not your average Tex-Mex recipe!
What Is So Special About Texas Toast?
If you’re a fan of fancy, thick-cut toast, then Texas toast is the perfect slice for you! It has a unique texture compared to regular garlic bread; the crust tends to be soft rather than crispy, while the interior is fluffy, pillowy, and soaked through with butter and garlic flavour.
The key to Texas toast is using thick slices of white bread and brushing both sides with garlic butter. This is how Texas toast gets its signature flavour and texture.
Why You’ll Love This Texas Toast Recipe
Here’s why you should add this Texas toast recipe to your menu this week:
- It’s vegan . There’s no dairy here, but this Texas toast is every bit as buttery and delicious as the original!
- Texas toast is incredibly versatile . You can pair it with pasta in place of garlic bread, but why stop there? Serve it alongside your favorite soup (it would be delicious with my creamy tomato soup ), make an epic vegan grilled cheese with it, or use it as a base for quinoa burgers .
- It’s also incredibly easy . Store-bought Texas toast isn’t an option if you’re vegan, but luckily my plant-based version comes together lickety-split. You’ll be enjoying homemade Texas toast in no time!
Notes on Ingredients
Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
- Vegan bakery white bread – You can use potato bread, or even my vegan Japanese milk bread .
- Vegan butter – Use store-bought or homemade vegan butter .
- Garlic powder – Garlic powder allows you to pack in a whole lot of garlicky flavour without crushing all those fresh garlic cloves.
- Oregano – Oregano pairs nicely with garlic. It has a strong flavour, though, so feel free to use less or omit it if it’s not your thing.
- Salt
- Fresh parsley – If you have extra, use it to make parsley pesto !
How to Make Texas Toast
Here’s how to make vegan Texas toast at home.
Prepare . Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the bread onto the baking sheet.
Make the garlic butter . Melt the butter in the microwave, then whisk in the garlic powder, oregano, and salt.
Butter the bread . Brush both sides of the bread with the garlic butter.
Toast . Place the pan in the oven and toast the bread for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the bread at the halfway point.
Finish . Sprinkle the bread with parsley and serve.
Tips for Success
Here are some simple tips to help you make perfect vegan Texas toast!
- Use quality bread . Look for a fluffy, thick-cut bakery white bread or potato bread. If you can’t find any pre-bagged loaves that are thick-cut, you can ask the baker to cut thick slices for you.
- Don’t skimp on the butter! This is what adds so much flavour and gives Texas toast its wonderfully soft texture. Be sure to brush both sides of the bread.
- Watch your toast closely while it’s in the oven . It can go from lightly toasted to burnt very quickly, so keep a close eye on it—especially if you have an oven that tends to run hot.
Variations
Make cheesy Texas toast by sprinkling shredded vegan cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the top of the bread slices before toasting.
Use an 8-ounce bag of vegan cheese; toast the bread in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes, then flip and cover the other side with cheese. Return the pan to the oven for an additional 5 to 6 minutes, then broil for 1 to 2 minutes and finish with parsley.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Texas toast with pasta dishes like creamy garlic mushroom pasta or spaghetti and meatballs , or Italian-inspired favourites like baked eggplant Parmesan or vegetable lasagna . I also love it with fluffy tofu scramble as an alternative to traditional toast!
How to Store
Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate them for a up to 2 days. Reheat them in a toaster oven, toaster, or a 375ºF oven until warmed through.
Can I Freeze Texas Toast?
Leftover Texas toast can be stored in a food-safe container or a freezer bag and kept in the freezer for up to 1 month. To reheat, place the toast in the toaster, or on a lined baking sheet at 375°F for 5 to 8 minutes.
More Recipes for Garlic Lovers
- Air Fryer Roasted Garlic
- Vegan Garlic Naan
- Vegan Garlic Parmesan Dinner Rolls
- Garlic and Rosemary Focaccia Bread
- Vegan Garlic Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 – 12 slices of vegan bakery white bread , can use potato bread
- ½ cup vegan butter , 1 stick (112 grams)
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder , 2 grams
- 1 teaspoon oregano , 1 gram
- ½ teaspoon salt , 2 grams
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley , minced (4 grams)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Place the bread in an even layer onto the lined sheet pan.
- Melt butter in the microwave.
- Add the garlic powder, oregano, and salt to the butter and whisk to combine.
- Brush both sides of each piece of bread with the butter mixture.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 12 – 15 minutes, flipping the bread over halfway through.
- When the bread is done, sprinkle the minced parsley on top and serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight food safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 1 month. To reheat, place the toast in the toaster, or on a lined baking sheet pan at the same temperature above for 5 – 8 minutes.
