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Red White Blue Swirl Pie Recipe

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This vibrant 4th of July Swirl Pie features festive red, white, and blue layers that are perfect for any patriotic celebration. A crisp graham cracker crust is filled with a light, creamy cream cheese mixture, beautifully swirled with fresh strawberry and blueberry purees for a visually stunning and delicious dessert.

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cold heavy cream, whipped

For the Red Swirl

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Blue Swirl

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to create an even crust layer. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the other components.
  2. Make the red swirl: In a small saucepan, simmer chopped strawberries with granulated sugar until the fruit softens. Puree the mixture in a blender or food processor, then strain to remove seeds. Allow the strawberry puree to cool completely.
  3. Make the blue swirl: Repeat the same process with blueberries and granulated sugar—simmer until soft, puree, strain to remove seeds, and cool the blueberry puree thoroughly.
  4. Prepare the filling: Beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing gently. Carefully fold in the whipped cold heavy cream to keep the filling light and airy.
  5. Assemble the pie: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly into the chilled crust. Dot the surface with spoonfuls of the red strawberry and blue blueberry purees. Using a toothpick, swirl the purees gently through the filling to create a marbled effect. Cover and refrigerate the pie for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow it to set completely.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before beating to avoid lumps.
  • Straining the berry purees removes seeds, ensuring a smooth swirl texture.
  • The pie must chill for at least 6 hours to firm up properly; overnight chilling is ideal.
  • Use a cold heavy cream and whip just until soft peaks form to maintain a light filling.
  • Leftover pie should be stored covered in the refrigerator and consumed within 3 days.

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