4th of July Swirl Pie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)

→ Filling

04 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
08 - 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream, cold

→ Swirl

09 - 2 tablespoons raspberry jam (or strawberry)
10 - 2 tablespoons blueberry jam
11 - Red and blue food coloring (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
02 - Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice. Mix until fully combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and airy.
03 - Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Warm the raspberry and blueberry jams slightly to loosen (about 10 seconds in the microwave). Drop small spoonfuls of each jam over the surface of the pie. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the jams into the filling, creating a red, white, and blue marbled effect. Add food coloring to the jams if a more vibrant color is desired.
04 - Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until set.
05 - Garnish with fresh raspberries and blueberries. Slice, serve cold, and enjoy your festive treat!