Rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet with a hint of sea salt. This Salted Caramel Pie is an irresistible dessert thatโs simple to make and sure to impress.
If you love the perfect balance of sweet and salty, this Salted Caramel Pie is the dessert for you. With its silky-smooth caramel filling, buttery crust, and a touch of flaky sea salt, each bite melts in your mouth. Itโs rich, indulgent, and surprisingly easy to make. The kind of dessert that feels fancy but comes together with simple ingredients.
Each bite is so creamy and delicious for the best Easy No Bake Pie without turning on the oven. You might also love this Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie Recipe , Salted Caramel Apple Pie Recipe and Caramel Cheesecake Bars Recipe for more caramel flavor.
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Why We Love This Recipe
- Sweet and salty perfection โ The creamy caramel filling paired with flaky sea salt creates the perfect balance of flavors.
- Smooth and decadent โ Each bite is rich, silky, and melts in your mouth.
- Easy to make โ With just a few simple ingredients, this pie looks and tastes like it came from a bakery but without meringue and topped with whipped cream. No baking means you don’t need pie weights or beans.
- Perfect for any occasion โ Whether itโs a holiday dinner, potluck, or cozy night in, itโs always a crowd-pleaser.
- Make ahead friendly โ You can prepare it a day in advance, making dessert stress-free and ready to serve.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crust โ a buttery, crunchy base that pairs perfectly with the creamy filling.
- Salted caramel sauce โ rich and sweet with just the right touch of salt; you can use store-bought or Homemade Caramel Sauce in a saucepan.
- Powdered sugar โ adds sweetness and helps create a smooth, creamy texture.
- Cream cheese โ softened to room temperature for a silky, tangy filling.
- Vanilla extract โ enhances the flavor and adds a warm, comforting aroma.
- Whipped topping โ light and fluffy, folded into the filling for a creamy finish.
- Extra salted caramel โ drizzle on top for an irresistible final touch.
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Variations
- Nuts. Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the top when you add the caramel drizzle. It all combines with the caramel filling for a delicious pie.
- Sea salt. Sprinkle a little sea salt on top of each slice of pie when serving. It is optional but so tasty.
- Homemade whipped cream. You can substitute store bought for homemade using heavy whipping cream. It is easy to mix together until stiff peaks form.
- Pie crust. Try other flavors such as shortbread or chocolate. Another idea is to crush golden oreo cookies to make a crust. There are lots of great flavor ideas.
- Chocolate drizzle. If you love the combination of caramel and chocolate, try adding chocolate drizzle to the top of the pie before serving. It is even more decadent.
- Mini pie crusts. You can use the mini graham cracker pie crusts instead of one large pie for the filling. This would be something different and fun for parties when you want ready to go individual servings.
How To Make Salted Caramel Pie
Step 1. First, get out a large bowl. Then use a handheld mixer to whisk together the cream cheese and powdered sugar (not granulated sugar).
Step 2. Add the salted caramel sauce and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Combine using medium speed. This mixture should be creamy and smooth before you remove from bowl.
Step 3. Next, add in half of the whipped topping. Do not use the electric mixer for this part. Gently fold it in by hand.
Step 4. Once combined, pour the mixture into the pie crust in the pie pan. Then, refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour before serving. This will give the pie time to set.
Step 5. Top with remaining cool whip.
Step 6. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Top each slice of caramel custard with the remaining whipped topping.ย Then drizzle with a few teaspoons per slice of remaining salted caramel sauce. You can also add a few tablespoons chocolate chips.
Store the prepared pie in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Make sure it is covered with plastic wrap, parchment paper or aluminum foil. Then place inside an airtight container.
I do not recommend freezing caramel pie. The texture changes once frozen and thawed. It is best eaten fresh.
Yes, you certainly can. We just used store bought to save time.
However, it is also very simple to make a homemade crust. Feel free to make one if you prefer.
It is easy to make with melted butter and graham cracker crumbs. Just press the crumbs into a pie dish or plate. You will need a pie dish if using a homemade crust.
Pro Tips
- Use a thick caramel sauce โ The jarred versions work best for this recipe since they have a rich, thick consistency. Avoid the squeeze bottle caramel toppings because theyโre too thin and will make the filling runny.
- Choose full-fat cream cheese โ For a smooth, creamy filling, stick with the full-fat blocks of cream cheese. The light or whipped versions just donโt set up as well and can affect the texture.
- Soften the cream cheese โ Let it sit at room temperature before mixing to ensure a silky, lump-free filling.
- Chill before serving โ Allow the pie to set in the refrigerator for several hours (or overnight) so it firms up and slices cleanly.
- Add the caramel drizzle just before serving โ This keeps the topping fresh and glossy. For extra flair, sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top.
- Make it ahead โ This pie keeps beautifully, so you can prepare it a day in advance.
More No Bake Pies
- No Bake Oreo Pie Recipe
- Easy No Bake Hershey Pie Recipe
- Strawberry jello pie recipe
- Lemonade pie recipe
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Salted Caramel No Bake Pieย
Ingredients
- 1 Pre-made Graham Cracker Crust
- 1/2 cup Salted Caramel Sauce
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 8 oz Whipped Topping divided
- Toppings:
- Extra Salted Caramel
Instructions
- Use a hand held mixer to beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, salted caramel sauce and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Then gently stir in half of the whipped topping.ย Then spread this mixture into the pie crust.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour or until ready to serve.
- When serving top the pie with the remaining whipped topping.ย Drizzle with the remaining salted caramel sauce and enjoy!
I have not made this yet. Was wondering what size pie crust you use for this since they come in 9 inch and 10 inch sizes?
I used a 9 inch crust for this recipe but since this is a no bake pie recipe, either will work great.