Indulge in the creamy, refreshing bliss of Cool Peppermint Pie—a no-bake dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. This holiday-ready treat starts with a buttery chocolate cookie crumb crust, perfectly balanced with a smooth, minty filling made from whipped cream, cream cheese, and a hint of peppermint extract. Add a festive touch with optional food coloring and a topping of fluffy whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies for a vibrant, eye-catching finish. With just 20 minutes of prep and a chill time in the fridge, this make-ahead dessert is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for Christmas gatherings or any occasion that calls for a sweet, refreshing bite. Perfect for fans of peppermint desserts and no-bake recipes!
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted unsalted butter. Stir until the mixture looks like wet sand.
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the peppermint extract and mix well to combine. If desired, stir in the food coloring to give the filling a festive hue.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until it forms stiff peaks.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until it's fully incorporated and smooth.
Spread the peppermint filling evenly into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
Before serving, top the pie with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies for garnish.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your Cool Peppermint Pie!
Calories |
6186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 431.4 g | 553% | |
| Saturated Fat | 250.0 g | 1250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1050 mg | 350% | |
| Sodium | 2143 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.5 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 399.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 644 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1005 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.