Description
This no-bake Easter Jell-O Pie is a light, fluffy, and creamy dessert perfect for spring celebrations. With a graham cracker crust and a colorful, fruity Jell-O filling, it’s a fun addition to any Easter table.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 (3 oz) box grape Jell-O (or any pastel-colored Jell-O flavor)
- ½ cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Toppings
- Additional whipped topping
- Pastel candy eggs
- Easter sprinkles
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie pan, ensuring a firm base and slightly raised edges. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.Dissolve the Jell-O
In a small bowl, whisk the Jell-O powder with boiling water until fully dissolved. Stir in cold water and let the mixture cool slightly, but do not allow it to set.Make the Creamy Filling
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Slowly mix in the cooled Jell-O mixture until well combined.Fold in the Whipped Topping
Gently fold in the whipped topping until the filling is light and fluffy. Be careful not to overmix to keep the airy texture.Assemble the Pie
Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Decorate & Serve
Once fully set, top with additional whipped topping, pastel candy eggs, and sprinkles for a festive Easter touch. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can use different Jell-O flavors like strawberry, lemon, or berry blue for a variety of colors.
- Swap the graham cracker crust with an Oreo or vanilla wafer crust for a different twist.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg