No-Bake Jello Pie

This no-bake Jello Pie recipe is a super quick and easy dessert requiring only 3 ingredients, 15 minutes of prep, and no oven needed. So refreshing and bright - make it in any flavor that you like!

Prep Time15

Chill Time6

Total Time6 15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Jello Pie, No Bake Jello Pie

Servings:

Ingredients

1 graham cracker crust
3 oz. package flavored Jello gelatin (any flavor)
½ cup boiling water
1 cup ice cold water
8 oz. Cool Whip thawed (see note below)
whipped cream optional, for serving

Instructions

Make our graham cracker crust in advance or use a ready-made crust.
In a large bowl, whisk together the gelatin powder and boiling water for a couple minutes until completely dissolved. Whisk in the ice cold water for a couple minutes until cooled and slightly thickened.
Stir or gently whisk in Cool Whip until fully blended, smooth, and the mixture is a uniform pastel color.
Place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to chill slightly. This helps prevent it from being too loose when poured into the crust.
Give your gelatin mixture a quick stir to reincorporate and pour into the prepared crust.
Place the filled pie back in the refrigerator for 5 to 6 hours until firm and set.
Slice and serve with some fresh piped whipped cream, if desired.

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Notes

Fully dissolve the gelatin before moving on to ensure a smooth filling and proper set.
Let the gelatin mixture cool and thicken slightly before adding the Cool Whip for the fluffiest texture.
Stir until no streaks remain; overmixing can deflate the filling.
The Cool Whip can be replaced with homemade whipped cream, if desired. Beat together 1½ cups cold heavy whipping cream, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and ½ tsp vanilla until it reaches stiff peaks. (If using the whipped cream instead of Cool Whip, don't skip the powdered sugar and vanilla. They give the pie better structure and a more balanced flavor.)
Refrigerate for at least 5-6 hours before slicing so the pie sets properly.
For clean slices, use a sharp knife and wipe the blade clean between cuts.
Use any flavor/color gelatin. This recipe can be made with any flavor of Jello gelatin.
Possible variations are mentioned in the article below the recipe card.
Storage. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The crust may soften slightly over time. Freeze for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

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