Southern Special
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful and nostalgic Southern Jello pie featuring a unique blend of mint, vanilla, and brandy extracts. Topped with whipped cream and marbled for a stunning presentation.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | 0 mins | 4 hours | 8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Pie pan
- Electric mixer
- Knife
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 pkg | Lime Jello | regular |
| 4 tbsp | Sugar | divided |
| 1 pinch | Salt | |
| 2 cups | Boiling Water | |
| 1 cup | Cold Water | |
| 1 tsp | Mint Extract | |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla | |
| 1 tsp | Brandy | |
| 1 | Egg White | separated |
| 1 cup | Whipped Cream | or Dream Whip |
| 1 | Pie Crust | made of vanilla or chocolate wafers |
Crust Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1: Jello Base
- Dissolve 2 pkg lime jello, 4 tbsp sugar (portion of total), and 1 pinch salt in 2 cups boiling water.
- Add 1 cup cold water, 1 tsp mint extract, 1 tsp vanilla, and 1 tsp brandy. Chill until slightly thickened.
Step 2: Whipping and Assembly
- Beat 1 egg white, add 2 tbsp sugar, and beat to peaks.
- Prepare 1 cup whipped cream or dream whip.
- Measure out a little of the thickened jello and set aside.
- Blend the egg white and whipped cream into the remaining jello and chill until thick.
- Spoon the mixture into the 1 pie crust.
- Pour reserved jello over the pie and marbalize with a knife.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days before serving for best texture.
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