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Easter Swirl Pie 🐣🌸


 

Welcome to the ultimate springtime dessert: Easter Swirl Pie ! This vibrant and festive pie is perfect for celebrating the season with its creamy, swirled filling that resembles the beauty of an Easter sunrise. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious combination of lemon-lime and strawberry flavors, this pie will delight both kids and adults alike.

Let’s dive into how you can create this stunning masterpiece step by step!


Why You'll Love This Easter Swirl Pie

  1. Festive Vibes : The colorful swirls make it the centerpiece of any Easter gathering.
  2. No-Bake Option : Skip the oven and enjoy this refreshing pie in just a few hours.
  3. Customizable : Swap or add flavors to suit your taste preferences.
  4. Easy to Make : With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even beginners can master this recipe.

Ingredients You'll Need

For the Crust:

  • 2 ½ cups (250 g) graham cracker crumbs (or vanilla cookie crumbs)
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar

For the Swirled Filling:

  • 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup lemon-lime flavored yogurt (or lemon curd for a tangier flavor)
  • 1 cup strawberry-flavored yogurt (or fresh strawberry puree)

Optional Toppings:

  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh strawberries or blueberries
  • Lemon zest

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs , melted butter , and sugar . Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Set aside while you prepare the filling.

Pro Tip: Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to firm it up before adding the filling.


Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Base

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract , and continue beating until stiff peaks form. This will serve as the base for your swirled filling.


Step 3: Divide the Filling