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
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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.
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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