Description
No-Bake Jello Cream Pie is a colorful, refreshing dessert that combines creamy layers of flavored gelatin and smooth cream cheese, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make pie is perfect for summer gatherings, birthday parties, or any occasion where you want to impress without baking. The endless flavor variations and vibrant hues make it a standout on any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 package (3 oz) Jello (any flavor)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the Jello powder in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Refrigerate the Jello mixture for about 30 minutes until it thickens but isn't fully set.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Gently fold the chilled Jello mixture into the cream cheese mixture, then add whipped topping until well combined.
- Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Slice and serve cold, optionally garnishing with extra whipped cream or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 115g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg