Description
This Easter Kool-Aid Pie is a vibrant, sweet, and slightly tangy treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! With bright pastel layers and a creamy texture, this no-bake dessert is perfect for Easter brunches, potlucks, or just a festive family gathering. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, it’s a foolproof recipe that’s sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 ⅔ cups graham cracker crumbs (or 18 graham cracker sheets, crushed)
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 16 ounces whipped cream
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 packet blue Kool-Aid (blue raspberry lemonade)
- 1 packet yellow Kool-Aid (lemonade)
- 1 packet pink Kool-Aid (pink lemonade)
- 1 packet purple Kool-Aid (grape)
- Yellow food dye (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe dish for about 1 minute.
- Mix the melted butter with graham cracker crumbs in a medium bowl until the texture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a springform pan.
- Freeze the crust while preparing the filling.
Step 2: Make the First Layer (Pink)
- In a mixing bowl, combine 4 ounces of whipped cream with half a can (7 ounces) of sweetened condensed milk. Stir until smooth.
- Add the pink Kool-Aid powder and mix until fully combined with no color streaks.
- Spread the pink layer evenly over the crust and freeze for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Repeat for the Other Colors
- Follow the same process for the purple, yellow, and blue layers, freezing between each layer for at least 30 minutes to prevent mixing.
- If the yellow layer appears too light, add a couple of drops of yellow food dye.
Step 4: Final Chill & Serve
- Once all layers are added, freeze the entire pie for at least 3 hours until firm.
- Before serving, top with extra whipped cream and optional decorations like edible glitter or fruit.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Friendly: This pie can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.
- Customization: Mix and match Kool-Aid flavors for unique color and taste combinations.
- Serving: Serve chilled for a creamy texture or straight from the freezer for an ice cream-like consistency.
- Springform Pan Alternative: A regular pie dish works fine; just grease it lightly for easy slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 3+ hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American