Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of summer with this Jello Creamsicle Pie. This delightful dessert features a creamy orange filling, lightened with Cool Whip and set atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for barbecues or family gatherings, this pie is not just a treat but a sweet escape to sun-soaked days. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, you can create this visually stunning dessert that will have everyone reminiscing about childhood summers.
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 package (3 oz) orange Jello mix
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup whole milk
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a pie pan to form the crust. Bake for 8 minutes; let cool.
- In a medium bowl, dissolve orange Jello mix in boiling water; stir for about two minutes until fully dissolved.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Gradually add milk while mixing until combined.
- Fold the cooled Jello mixture into the cream cheese mixture gently.
- Carefully fold in Cool Whip until evenly mixed.
- Pour filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Customize your pie by experimenting with different Jello flavors. - Top with additional whipped cream or fresh fruit for extra flair. - For dairy-free options, substitute coconut cream for regular cream cheese.