Description
This Easter Swirl Pie is a vibrant and creamy no-bake dessert perfect for spring celebrations. Featuring a smooth cream cheese and whipped cream filling divided into pastel-colored swirls, set in a tender baked pie crust, it’s festive, light, and visually stunning for any Easter table.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweetness)
Filling
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- 3 drops each of different pastel-colored food coloring (pink, yellow, blue)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Using a fork, prick the bottom of the crust a few times to avoid air bubbles. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make the Swirl Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until fully combined.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and combined. Then fold in the whipped topping gently as well.
- Color the Filling: Divide the creamy filling evenly into three separate bowls. Add a few drops of pastel food coloring to each bowl—one pink, one yellow, and one blue. Stir gently so the color mixes but remains streaky to create the swirl effect.
- Assemble the Pie: Spoon dollops of each colored filling alternately into the cooled pie crust (pink, then yellow, then blue). Once all filling is in the crust, use a butter knife or toothpick to gently swirl the colors together for a beautiful marbled effect.
- Chill the Pie: Place the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to allow the filling to set firmly. For the best results, chill overnight to achieve a solid consistency.
- Serve: After the pie is fully chilled and set, slice and serve. Optionally, top with additional whipped topping and garnish with pastel sprinkles or candy eggs to enhance the Easter theme.
Notes
- For a homemade crust, use your favorite pastry dough recipe and blind bake as directed.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of food coloring depending on desired vibrancy.
- The pie must be well chilled to allow the filling to firm up properly before slicing.
- This pie is best served within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Optional garnish ideas include pastel sprinkles, candy eggs, or edible flowers.
