Description

This No-Bake Cantaloupe Cream Pie is a refreshingly cool dessert made with a creamy melon-infused filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust. With no oven required, it’s perfect for hot summer days and special occasions alike. Topped with whipped cream, fresh melon balls, and a drizzle of honey, this pie is light, luscious, and completely irresistible.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

– 2 tbsp sugar

– 6 tbsp melted butter

For the Filling:

– 1 ½ cups cantaloupe purée (about ½ ripe cantaloupe)

– 8 oz cream cheese, softened

– ½ cup granulated sugar

– 1 tsp lemon juice

– 1 tsp vanilla extract

– 1 cup heavy cream, cold

– 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) unflavored gelatin

– 2 tbsp cold water

For the Topping:

– Whipped cream

– Fresh cantaloupe balls

– Honey (for drizzling)

– Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the fridge while you make the filling.

2. Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom. Microwave the mixture for 10–15 seconds to dissolve. Set aside to cool slightly.

3. In a blender or food processor, purée cantaloupe until smooth. Measure out 1 ½ cups.

4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cantaloupe purée. Mix until fully combined.

5. Stir in the cooled gelatin.

6. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold it into the cantaloupe mixture with a spatula.

7. Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.

8. Before serving, top with whipped cream, melon balls, a drizzle of honey, and fresh mint.

Notes

– Use a very ripe cantaloupe for the sweetest flavor.

– Chill your mixing bowl before whipping the cream.

– This pie is best made a day ahead to ensure a perfect set.

– Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom to the crust for extra depth.

– Swap cantaloupe for honeydew or watermelon for variation.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dessert

Keywords: no-bake cantaloupe pie, melon cream pie, cantaloupe dessert recipe, chilled summer pie, graham crust melon pie, whipped cream fruit pie, easy no bake dessert