Description
This Crazy Crust Pie is your shortcut to pie perfection. It magically creates its own crust while baking, delivering layers of golden-brown crispiness, tangy cream cheese filling, and sweet jam swirls. Whether you’re new to baking or need a fast dessert idea, this easy recipe promises delicious results every time. It’s perfect for those looking for easy dessert ideas, quick baking recipes, or a unique twist on classic pies. Serve it as a quick breakfast, a cozy dinner dessert, or a go-to for last-minute gatherings.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup strawberry or raspberry jam
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Stir in milk, melted butter, vanilla, and egg until smooth.
4. Pour batter into the greased pan.
5. In another bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until fluffy.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the batter.
7. Add spoonfuls of jam or preserves on top.
8. Swirl the fillings gently using a knife or skewer.
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
10. Cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Let the pie cool completely before slicing for the cleanest cuts.
You can substitute the jam with lemon curd or apple butter for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: crazy crust pie, self-crusting pie, jam cream cheese dessert, quick pie recipe, easy baking