No-Bake Strawberry Milkshake Pie with Shortbread Crust
A chilled no-bake pie featuring a buttery shortbread crust filled with a luscious strawberry-studded cream, finished with homemade whipped cream. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes blends crushed shortbread cookies, melted unsalted butter, softened cream cheese into a quick blender drink — a fast breakfast, a pre-workout pour, or an afternoon energy boost, with nothing to wash up but the pitcher. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 8, so it works as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-gym refuel, or a snack that holds you to the next meal. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups, crushed shortbread cookies
- 6 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 8 oz, softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 14 oz (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/2 cups, hulled and diced fresh strawberries
- 2 tbsp (for whipped cream) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups crushed shortbread cookies with 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Stir until crumbs are evenly coated. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Chill crust in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy whipping cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Step 4: Gently fold whipped cream and 14 oz sweetened condensed milk into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Step 5: Stir in 1 1/2 cups diced fresh strawberries and 1 tsp lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
- Step 6: Pour filling into chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Step 7: Before serving, optionally top with additional whipped cream and strawberry slices.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Strawberry Milkshake Pie with Shortbread Crust take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Almost all of that is prep — once everything is in the blender it is under a minute to smooth. Portion the fruit into freezer bags ahead so mornings are just dump-and-blend.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Strawberry Milkshake Pie with Shortbread Crust?
Smoothies are best within a few minutes of blending, but they keep in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours — fill it to the top so there is no air gap and shake before drinking, since separation is normal. For longer storage, freeze in an ice-cube tray and re-blend with a splash of liquid. Never reheat.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Strawberry Milkshake Pie with Shortbread Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Strawberry Milkshake Pie with Shortbread Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Strawberry Milkshake Pie with Shortbread Crust?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
