No Bake Christmas Peppermint Pie
A festive no-bake dessert with a cool peppermint flavor and creamy texture, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups crushed chocolate cookies Use chocolate sandwich cookies for best results.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Ensure the butter is fully melted for easy mixing.
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Adds sweetness to the crust.
For the filling
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream Make sure to whip it until stiff peaks form.
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Let sit at room temperature for smoother mixing.
- 1 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness and balances the flavors.
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract Use pure extract for the best flavor.
- 3-4 pieces crushed peppermint candies For both filling and garnish.
Instructions
Preparation of the crust
- Crush the chocolate cookies in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cookies, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Place the crust in the refrigerator to set.
Preparation of the filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture.
- Stir in the crushed peppermint candies.
Assembly
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serving
- After chilling, top with additional whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies before serving.
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Notes
For best results, prepare the pie the night before and garnish just before serving.