Description
Easter Swirl Pie is a colorful and creamy dessert that combines a smooth, sweet filling with vibrant swirls of pastel colors. This no-bake pie is perfect for Easter gatherings, and it’s sure to impress both kids and adults alike with its playful, beautiful swirls.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups heavy cream (for whipped cream)
- Food coloring (pastel colors like pink, blue, green, and yellow)
For Topping:
- Easter-themed sprinkles (optional)
- Mini chocolate eggs or candy (optional)
- Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish to form a crust. Use the back of a spoon to pack it tightly.
- Place the crust in the fridge or freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the whipped topping, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix together until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture, and stir until smooth and fully combined.
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Whip the Heavy Cream:
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese and pudding mixture, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
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Color the Filling:
- Divide the filling into four separate bowls.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl to create different pastel colors (pink, blue, green, yellow, etc.). Stir gently until the colors are fully incorporated.
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Assemble the Pie:
- Spoon large dollops of each colored filling into the graham cracker crust. You can alternate the colors, making sure they’re placed in different sections of the pie.
- Using a butter knife or a skewer, gently swirl the colors together to create a marbled effect. Be careful not to overmix—just swirl lightly for the best effect.
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Chill the Pie:
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is set.
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Top the Pie:
- Before serving, top the pie with Easter-themed sprinkles, mini chocolate eggs, or fresh berries, if desired.
Notes
- You can use store-bought graham cracker crust if you prefer a shortcut.
- If you don’t have heavy cream, you can use more whipped topping in the filling.
- Feel free to adjust the food coloring to match your desired pastel shades.
- This pie can be made the night before to save time on Easter day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert, Easter Treat
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Easter Swirl Pie, No-bake Easter Dessert, Colorful Pie, Easter Pie Recipe, Pastel Pie, Swirl Pie