Description
This rich and creamy Chocolate Mint Pie is a no-bake dessert combining a chocolate cookie crust with a luscious peppermint-flavored cream cheese and whipped cream filling. Enhanced with smooth melted chocolate and garnished with whipped topping and crushed mint chocolates, it’s a perfect festive treat for holidays or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pre-made chocolate cookie crust (9-inch)
Filling
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream, divided
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (plus extra for garnish)
- Green food coloring (optional)
Topping
- Crushed mint chocolates or chocolate shavings for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate ganache: In a small saucepan, gently heat ½ cup of the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it rest for 1–2 minutes to soften the chocolate, then stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Mix cream cheese base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Add peppermint extract and a few drops of green food coloring, if using, mixing until evenly combined.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This will give the filling its light and airy texture.
- Combine fillings: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, taking care not to deflate the airiness. Then fold in the cooled chocolate ganache until the mixture is thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Assemble the pie: Spoon the creamy filling into the pre-made chocolate cookie crust, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula.
- Chill: Place the assembled pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until it is firm and set for clean slicing.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, decorate the pie with additional whipped topping and sprinkle generously with crushed mint chocolates or chocolate shavings for an extra festive touch.
Notes
- Use peppermint extract sparingly as it has a strong flavor; adjust to taste.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, you can swirl extra melted chocolate into the filling before chilling.
- This pie can be prepared 1–2 days in advance, making it perfect for holiday gatherings.
