This blueberry cream cheese pie is one of those recipes that looks impressive, but is surprisingly easy to make. The creamy filling, blueberry topping, and graham cracker crust always make it a crowd favorite.
1 1/2cupscrushed graham crackers, about 12 full cracker sheets | ~170g
1/4cupgranulated sugar | 50g
6tablespoonsmelted butter | 85g
Filling
8ounce1 block cream cheese, softened to room temperature | 8 ounces | 226g
1/2cupgranulated sugar | 100g
2large eggs
Topping
1can blueberry pie filling | 21 ounces | 595g
whipped cream or whipped topping | optional
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F
Crush the graham crackers: If using whole crackers, crush them in a food processor or place them in a Ziploc bag and smash them with a rolling pin until fine crumbs form.
1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers, about 12 full cracker sheets | ~170g
Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
1/4 cup granulated sugar | 50g
Add melted butter: Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. The mixture will look crumbly.
6 tablespoons melted butter | 85g
Press the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. For best results, use the back of a measuring cup to press it evenly.
Bake the crust: Bake for 10 minutes.
Cool: Remove from the oven and let the crust cool.
Prepare the filling: While the crust is cooling, start preparing the filling.
Prepare the Filling
Beat the cream cheese: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese for about 30 seconds to remove any lumps.
8 ounce 1 block cream cheese, softened to room temperature | 8 ounces | 226g
Add sugar: Add the granulated sugar and continue beating until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
1/2 cup granulated sugar | 100g
Incorporate the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition to ensure a smooth filling.
2 large eggs
Pour and bake: Pour the cream cheese mixture into the cooled crust. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
Cool to room temperature: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature.
Chill the pie: Cover the pie tightly with plastic wrap (ensuring the wrap doesn’t touch the cream cheese surface) and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Add the Topping
Add the blueberry topping: Spoon the blueberry pie filling over the chilled cream cheese filling layer. Spread it evenly to cover the entire surface.
1 can blueberry pie filling | 21 ounces | 595g
Chill until serving: Place the pie back in the refrigerator and chill until ready to serve.
Garnish and enjoy: Top with whipped cream or whipped topping just before serving for an extra touch of sweetness. Slice and enjoy!