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Layered Jello Pie with Graham Cracker Crust and Vibrant Gelatin Layers Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

This vibrant Layered Jello Pie is a delightful combination of creamy whipped cream and colorful jello layers set on a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for parties or a fun dessert, each layer features a fruity flavor and is beautifully tinted to create a rainbow effect. Topped with optional whipped cream and gold sanding sugar for an elegant finish, this pie is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 packages Graham Cracker Sheets
  • 10 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter

Jello Layers

  • 1 box Red Jello (3 ounces)
  • 1 box Orange Jello (3 ounces)
  • 1 box Yellow Jello (3 ounces)
  • 3 cups Boiling Water (1 cup per jello color)
  • 3 cups Cold Water (1 cup per jello color)
  • 24 ounces Whipped Cream (8 ounces per jello layer)
  • Pink Food Coloring (for red jello)
  • Orange Food Coloring (for orange jello)
  • Bright Yellow Food Coloring (for yellow jello)

Optional Garnish

  • Whipped Cream
  • Gold Sanding Sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust. Place the graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until they’re finely crushed to a sandy texture.
  2. Mix crust ingredients. Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the crushed graham crackers in the food processor. Pulse and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Form the crust. Transfer the graham cracker mixture into a deep 10-inch springform pan. Press it evenly across the bottom and up the sides to form the crust.
  4. Chill the crust. Place the crust in the freezer until you are ready to use it, which helps it set firmly.
  5. Dissolve jello powders. Place each color of jello powder into its own bowl. Add 1 cup of boiling water to each and stir until completely dissolved with no graininess remaining.
  6. Add cold water and chill. Stir in 1 cup of cold water into each dissolved jello bowl. Refrigerate for 40-50 minutes, or until the jello thickens but is not fully set.
  7. Incorporate whipped cream. Add 8 ounces of whipped cream to each thickened jello bowl and mix until fully combined, giving each layer a creamy texture.
  8. Add food coloring. Add bright yellow food coloring to the yellow jello layer gradually until the desired shade is achieved. Repeat with pink food coloring for the red jello and orange food coloring for the orange jello.
  9. Assemble the layers. Spoon and spread the pink jello cream mixture evenly into the prepared crust. Follow with the yellow layer, then the orange layer on top.
  10. Chill to set. Refrigerate the assembled pie for 3 hours or until fully set and firm.
  11. Garnish and serve. Optionally, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle gold sanding sugar before serving for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • Ensure the jello mixtures are thick but not fully set before mixing in whipped cream to achieve smooth layering.
  • Press the graham cracker crust firmly to avoid crumbling when slicing.
  • Use a springform pan for easier pie removal and cleaner slices.
  • Allow the pie to chill fully for the best texture and layered effect.
  • Optional garnishes add both flavor and visual appeal but can be omitted for a simpler presentation.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/layered-jello-pie-with-graham-cracker-crust-and-vibrant-gelatin-layers-recipe/