Description

Bright, whimsical, and impossibly smooth, the Easter Swirl Pie is the kind of dessert that instantly lifts your mood and brightens your table. With its eye-catching marbled pastels and creamy citrus filling, it hits the sweet spot between fun and flavor. Whether you’re on the hunt for quick breakfast treats, easy dinner desserts, or festive food ideas for spring holidays, this colorful pie delivers joy in every slice. It’s one of those easy recipes that look stunning but take surprisingly little effort to pull off. The velvety filling paired with a crisp crust makes it a standout among Easter dessert ideas and a top contender in your favorite spring recipe list.

Ingredients

1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

1/2 cup sour cream

3 egg yolks

1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Gel food coloring (pastel pink, blue, purple, yellow, etc.)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolks, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
Divide the mixture into several small bowls and tint each with a different pastel gel food color.
Pour the base layer into your pre-baked crust.
Add spoonfuls of the colored fillings over the top.
Swirl gently with a skewer or butter knife to create a marbled effect.
Bake the pie for 15–18 minutes, or until the center is just set.
Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
Category: Dessert