Description
Silky smooth Easter Jello Pie delights with its pastel-colored layers and creamy texture, promising a festive dessert that celebrates spring’s sweet charm. Guests will savor each refreshing bite of this playful, eye-catching treat that brings joy to holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (3 ounces/85 grams) box lemon Jell-O
- 1 (3 ounces/85 grams) box berry blue Jell-O
- 1 (3 ounces/85 grams) box grape Jell-O
- 8 ounces/226 grams cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping, thawed
Liquid Ingredients:
- 3 cups boiling water
- 3 cups cold water
Crust and Decoration:
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch/23 centimeters)
- Extra whipped cream or whipped topping
- Pastel sprinkles
- Small candy eggs
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon Jell-O by dissolving it in boiling water for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Mix in cold water and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- Whip one-third of the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually incorporate the slightly cooled lemon Jell-O mixture. Gently fold in half of the whipped topping until fully integrated.
- Pour the lemon cream mixture into the graham cracker crust, ensuring an even distribution. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until the layer is partially set and firm.
- Create the blue layer by dissolving berry blue Jell-O in boiling water. Add cold water and let cool slightly. Beat another portion of cream cheese until creamy, then blend in the blue Jell-O mixture.
- Fold in remaining whipped topping to the blue layer. Carefully pour over the lemon layer using the back of a spoon to prevent layer disruption. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the grape layer following the same method: dissolve grape Jell-O in boiling water, cool, and mix with remaining cream cheese. Incorporate the last of the whipped topping.
- Gently pour the grape mixture over the blue layer, ensuring the mixture is completely cooled to maintain layer integrity. Use the back-of-spoon technique for smooth application.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight until all layers are completely firm and set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional whipped cream, pastel sprinkles, and decorative candy eggs for a festive Easter presentation.
- Slice the pie using a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry to ensure clean, precise cuts. Serve chilled and enjoy the vibrant, layered dessert.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure smooth blending without lumps, creating a silky texture in each layer.
- Chill each layer briefly before adding the next to prevent color bleeding and maintain distinct, crisp layer definitions.
- Opt for low-fat cream cheese and sugar-free Jell-O for a lighter, diet-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on festive appeal.
- When pouring layers, use the back of a spoon technique to maintain layer integrity and prevent unwanted mixing of colors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg