Description
Sweet memories intertwine with Easter Swirl Pie, a delightful dessert that dances between creamy textures and nostalgic flavors. Guests will savor each colorful slice, experiencing a delectable journey through springtime’s most cherished culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces/226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 ounces/397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
Crust Ingredients:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Decorative and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- 34 drops each of pastel food coloring (pink, blue, yellow, purple, or any Easter colors)
- Whipped cream
- Easter sprinkles
- White chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Thoroughly crush graham crackers into fine, uniform crumbs, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with granulated sugar and melted butter, mixing until the texture resembles wet sand with consistent moisture.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, using the back of a spoon or measuring cup to firmly press and compact the crust against the bottom and sides, creating an even, smooth surface.
- Place the crust in a preheated oven at 350F (175C) and bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges acquire a delicate golden-brown hue, signaling a lightly toasted finish.
- For those preferring a no-bake option, simply refrigerate the pressed crust for 30 minutes to set and firm the base.
- Remove the crust from the oven or refrigerator and allow it to cool completely to room temperature, which helps maintain structural integrity for the upcoming filling.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for celiac or gluten-sensitive diets.
- Press crust mixture gently but firmly to prevent a dense, hard base that might crumble when slicing.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for extra stability, helping it set and maintain a crisp texture before adding the filling.
- For a lighter version, reduce butter quantity by 25% and use a mix of ground nuts and graham cracker crumbs to lower calorie content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg