Berry Licious Cream Cheese Tart Pie Recipe

Ingredients for Berry Licious Cream Cheese Tart Pie

• Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• Powdered Sugar
• 1 tablespoon brandy (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Fresh Strawberries
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Seedless Raspberry Preserves
• Pecan Halves

How to Make Berry Licious Cream Cheese Tart Pie

1. **Make the Crust:** Prepare your favorite pie crust recipe or use a store-bought crust in a 9-inch tart pan or pie plate. Prick the bottom with a fork.
2. **Blind Bake the Crust:** Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden.
3. **Prepare the Chocolate Layer:** In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until smooth. Stir until combined.
4. **Assemble the Chocolate Layer:** Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the bottom of the pre-baked crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
5. **Make the Cream Cheese Filling:** In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon brandy (optional), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
6. **Layer the Cream Cheese Filling:** Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chocolate layer. Refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or preferably overnight.
7. **Prepare the Berry Glaze:** In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup raspberry preserves and 2 tablespoons honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened.
8. **Assemble and Glaze:** Arrange fresh strawberries (about 1 cup, sliced) cut-side down on top of the cream cheese filling. Scatter 1/4 cup pecan halves around the edges.
9. **Finishing Touches:** Brush the berries and pecans with the raspberry honey glaze. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the glaze to set.
10. **Serving:** Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the delicious layers of chocolate, cream cheese, and berries!