Begin by rinsing the strawberries under cold water and patting them dry with a paper towel. Slice one cup of strawberries into thin slices and set them aside.

Then, dice the remaining cup of strawberries into small pieces. This will provide both a decorative topping and flavorful chunks within the pie.

Take the pre-made graham cracker pie crust and evenly arrange the sliced strawberries along the bottom. This creates a vibrant and juicy layer at the base of the pie, adding both flavor and visual appeal.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and continue mixing until well incorporated.

Next, gently fold in the cool whip into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to maintain the light and airy texture of the filling. The cool whip adds a fluffy and creamy consistency to the pie.

Once the cool whip is fully incorporated, gently fold in the diced strawberries. This will add delightful bursts of strawberry flavor throughout the filling, providing a contrast in texture and taste.

Pour the prepared cream cheese and strawberry mixture into the pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Ensure that the diced strawberries are evenly distributed throughout the filling for a balanced flavor in every bite.

Place the assembled pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least an hour. Chilling allows the filling to set properly and enhances the flavors of the pie.

Once chilled, remove the pie from the refrigerator and garnish the top with additional sliced strawberries for an extra pop of color and freshness. Slice the pie into portions and serve chilled, delighting in the creamy texture and fruity flavors of the Strawberry Dream Whip Pie.