Mississippi Mist Pie

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A refreshing no-bake pie with a vanilla wafer crust, strawberry layer, and tangy lime cream filling.
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Mississippi Mist Pie

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 345.6

Description

This Mississippi Mist Pie is a refreshing, no-bake dessert that balances sweet and tangy flavors beautifully. The foundation is a buttery vanilla wafer crust, topped with a layer of fresh, juicy strawberries. The star of the show is the creamy filling made from light cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lime juice, giving it a bright, zesty kick. A hint of green crme de menthe adds a subtle herbal note that pairs perfectly with the citrus. Finished with a whipped cream lattice and garnished with fresh strawberries and lime slices, this pie is visually stunning and incredibly satisfying. Its perfect for summer potlucks, holiday gatherings, or any time you need a cool, creamy treat that feels elegant yet easy to make.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter until evenly moistened.
  2. Press the crumb mixture firmly onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to form a crust.
  3. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes until firm.
  4. Meanwhile, hull the strawberries. Reserve 3 whole strawberries for garnish.
  5. Trim the stem ends of the remaining strawberries so they are about 1 inch tall.
  6. Arrange the trimmed strawberries cut-side down in a single layer over the chilled crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  7. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  8. Add the sweetened condensed milk and beat well until fully incorporated and smooth.
  9. Stir in the fresh lime juice and green crme de menthe, blending until well combined.
  10. Pour the lime filling over the strawberries in the pie crust, spreading gently to cover.
  11. Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour, or until the filling is set.
  12. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  13. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff and glossy peaks form.
  14. Transfer the whipped cream to a pastry bag fitted with a decorating tip.
  15. Pipe a decorative lattice design over the top of the set pie.
  16. Garnish with the reserved whole strawberries and a lime slice.
  17. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 345.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 75.6g26%
Dietary Fiber 39.6g159%
Sugars 14.4g
Protein 14.4g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The pie must be chilled thoroughly before serving to allow the filling to set properly. For best results, assemble the pie a few hours ahead or overnight.

Crme de menthe adds a subtle mint flavor. If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, omit the liqueur and add a drop of mint extract, or simply rely on the lime flavor.

Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature before beating to avoid lumps in the filling.

Leftover pie should be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The whipped cream topping may soften slightly upon reheating or standing.

Keywords: pie, no-bake, dessert, lime, strawberry, vanilla wafer, cream cheese, condensed milk, whipped cream, crme de menthe, refreshing, summer, potluck, make-ahead, chilled
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