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Easter Jell O Pie

Easy Easter Jell-O Pie

Chef Monica
Looking for a festive, colorful, and absolutely delicious dessert for your Easter celebration? This Easy Layered Easter Jell-O Pie with Cream Cheese is just what you need! With its vibrant layers, creamy texture, and a graham cracker crust that ties it all together, this pie is a guaranteed showstopper. Plus, it's surprisingly simple to make! Trust me, once you try it, you’ll want to make it a yearly Easter tradition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 2 tbsp sugar

For the Jell-O Layers:

  • 3 boxes of flavored Jell-O assorted colors
  • 1 cup boiling water per Jell-O flavor
  • ½ cup cold water per Jell-O flavor

For the Cream Cheese Mixture:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup whipped topping
  • ½ cup powdered sugar

For Decoration:

  • Extra whipped topping
  • Festive sprinkles
  • Mini chocolate eggs optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Crust:

  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
  • Press into a pie dish and chill while preparing the filling.

Prepare the Jell-O Layers:

  • Dissolve each Jell-O flavor in boiling water, then add cold water.
  • Allow the first layer to cool slightly before pouring over the crust.
  • Refrigerate each layer until set before adding the next.

Make the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar.
  • Fold in whipped topping for a smooth, airy texture.

Assemble the Pie:

  • Layer alternating Jell-O and cream cheese mixture.
  • Let the final layer set completely before decorating.

Decorate & Serve:

  • Add whipped topping, sprinkles, or chocolate eggs.
  • Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Allergy Info: Contains dairy and gluten (substitutions available).
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Serving Size: Makes 8 slices.
  • Chilling Time is Crucial: This pie needs adequate time to set, so plan ahead.
  • Softened Cream Cheese Matters: Cold cream cheese can create lumps in your mixture. Let it sit at room temperature before using.
  • Best Storage Practices: Store the pie in the fridge for up to 3 days to keep it fresh and delicious.

Keyword cream cheese pie, Easter dessert, Jell-O pie, layered pie, no-bake dessert