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Easy Summer Pie

A light and fresh dessert featuring a baked crust topped with cream cheese and a colorful assortment of fruits, perfect for warm days and get-togethers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 9 inch frozen pie crust, thawed
For the cream layer
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened (8 ounces)
  • 1/3 cup white sugar Can be substituted with a sugar substitute for a lower-sugar option.
For the fruit topping
  • 4 kiwi, peeled and sliced Fresh fruit is best for color and taste.
  • 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained Can be limited for lower sugar versions.
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries Considered lower on the glycemic index.
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries Great source of antioxidants.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Roll pie crust on a lightly floured surface into an 11-inch circle.
  3. Lay flat on a baking sheet or pizza pan; prick several times with a fork.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven until light brown, for 12 to 15 minutes.
  5. Cool completely.
  6. Beat cream cheese and sugar together in a bowl until creamy and smooth.
Assembly
  1. Spread the creamy layer evenly onto the cooled crust.
  2. Arrange kiwi, oranges, strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries in a decorative pattern over the cream cheese layer.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert. Use smaller slices for portion control or add Greek yogurt for added protein.