No-Bake Kool-Aid Pie
If you’ve ever longed for a nostalgic Southern dessert without turning on the oven, the No-Bake Kool-Aid Pie is your answer. With just four ingredients and endless flavor options, this chilled, creamy treat is a potluck classic with serious throwback charm.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl (large)
- Whisk
- Spatula
- 9-inch pie pan (if not using a pre-formed crust)
- Measuring spoons (optional)
- Plastic wrap or pie lid (for chilling)
Ingredients
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 packet Unsweetened Kool-Aid Drink Mix
- 1 tub Whipped Topping (Cool Whip)
- 1 Graham Cracker Crust
Instructions
- Mix the BaseIn a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and Kool-Aid powder until the mixture is smooth and vibrantly colored.
- Fold in Whipped ToppingUsing a spatula, gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want to preserve the fluffy texture.
- Fill the CrustPour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and use the back of a spoon or spatula to smooth the top evenly.
- Chill and Serve ColdCover the pie with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm and sliceable.Slice and serve straight from the fridge. Add toppings if desired, such as whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of chocolate.
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Notes
Cooking Tips
- Stronger Flavor? Add the full packet of Kool-Aid for bold taste, or start with half and adjust to preference.
- Cleaner Slices: Dip your knife in warm water and wipe clean between cuts.
- Firm Texture: For an even firmer pie, freeze it for 30 minutes before serving.
- Make Ahead: This pie tastes even better the next day after the flavors settle.
- Customize the Crust: Try Oreo or vanilla wafer crusts to complement different Kool-Aid flavors.