PEPPERMINT CREAM PIE

Peppermint Cream Pie is a delightful holiday pie layered with chocolate, cream cheese & sweet cream flavored filling with peppermint! This festive no-bake dessert is perfect for Christmas and is also easy to make!

This Peppermint Pie is a twist on the classic cream pie, with the addition of peppermint flavoring that gives it a refreshing and festive taste. Make this no bake pie recipe to serve at parties or to enjoy with family and friends this holiday season!

No-Bake Festive Cream Pie

Peppermint cream pie is a delectable dessert that has been enjoyed by many for years. The first known recipe for peppermint cream pie was published in a cookbook in 1928. Since then, the recipe has evolved, and many variations of the pie can now be found. Many restaurants and bakers offer their own variations of the pie, often incorporating unique flavors and ingredients.

Peppermint cream pie is typically made with a graham cracker crust and a creamy peppermint filling. Some variations of the pie include chocolate, while others incorporate other flavors such as vanilla or cinnamon. The pie is often garnished with crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings. We’ve chosen to top ours with sweet gum drops, mint leaves and red hot candies for a beautiful and festive appearance!

Serving and Presentation for Peppermint Cream Pie

• Slicing the Pie: When serving peppermint cream pie, it is important to slice the pie properly to ensure that each slice is consistent and visually appealing. It is recommended to use a sharp knife and to cut the pie into 8 equal slices. This will ensure that each slice has an appropriate amount of filling and crust.
• Garnishing: Garnishing the peppermint cream pie can add an extra touch of visual appeal to the dessert. Some popular garnishes for this pie include additional whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and chocolate shavings. To add whipped cream, use a piping bag or a spoon to add a dollop of whipped cream to each slice. To add crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings, sprinkle them on top of the whipped cream or directly onto the pie.

Overall, serving and presenting peppermint cream pie is a simple process that can be elevated with a few extra touches. By slicing the pie properly and adding garnishes, the dessert can become a visually appealing and delicious addition to any holiday meal.

Ingredients for Peppermint Cream Pie

Pie crust: To simplify this recipe, you need 1 store bought (prepared) graham cracker pie crust. You can choose to make your own at home if you’d like.

Hot fudge: Add ½ cup of warm hot fudge as the first layer to this delicious dessert.

Cream cheese: You need an 8-oz block of cream cheese, room temperature, to make the pie filling rich and tangy.

Sugar: Using ⅓ cup of sugar will sweeten the pie filling perfectly.

Milk: To thin out the filling a bit, add in 2 TBSP of milk.

Peppermint extract: You will need ¼ tsp of peppermint extract to flavor the pie filling nicely.

Whipped topping: Use one 16-oz tub of whipped topping or Cool Whip, for the base of this pie filling.

Food coloring: Adding a few drops of green food coloring to a portion of the filling will make this treat a festive and fun dessert.

Candies: For more holiday fun, add some gum drops, mint leaves & red hot candies for decorative topping on this pie.

Step by step on how to make Peppermint Pie

Prep

Start by spreading a layer of warm hot fudge on the bottom of the pie crust. Then set it in the fridge to cool and set.

Filling

Next, in a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Then beat in the sugar, milk, and peppermint extract.

After that, gently fold in the whipped topping.

Continue to divide the mixture in half and color one of the whipped cream portions lightly with green coloring.

Assemble

Begin to assemble the pie by spreading a dollop of the white whipped cream on top of the cooled hot fudge. Then top with and spread out the green whipped topping, continue to layer the white and green topping until both are completely used.

Now, top the pie with green gum drops that have been flattened, positioning the red-hot candies between the mint leaves.

Slice, serve and enjoy!

How long is no-bake peppermint pie good for?

No-bake peppermint cream pie can last up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container. It is important to note that the longer the pie sits in the refrigerator, the softer the crust will become. This pie is so easy to make, it is not meant to last for very long after it is made.

Can I freeze this peppermint no-bake pie?

I do not recommend freezing this peppermint cream pie. The texture of the pie will not hold up well when defrosted. Since this dessert recipe is so simple to make, it is intended to make it the day or or day before you are going to serve it.

What is the difference between peppermint and grasshopper pie?

Peppermint pie and grasshopper pie are both mint-flavored pies, but the difference lies in the type of mint used. Peppermint pie is made with peppermint extract or candy canes, while grasshopper pie is made with crème de menthe liqueur. Additionally, grasshopper pie often has a chocolate cookie crust, while peppermint pie typically has a graham cracker crust.

WHAT IS THE TEXTURE OF A NO-BAKE CREAM PIE?

The texture of a no-bake cream pie is typically smooth and creamy, with a slightly firm consistency. The filling is usually light and fluffy, thanks to the addition of whipped cream.

For more delicious cream pie type recipes, try more here:

• Easy Strawberries and Cream Pie
• Banana Cream Pie Cookies
• Strawberry Watermelon Cream Pie
• Cheesecake Ice Cream Pie
• No Bake Snickers Pie
• Caramel Chocolate Turtle Pie 
• Raspberry Ice Cream Pie 
• Lemon Icebox Pie
• Pina Colada Pie 
• No Bake Orange Creamsicle Pie
• Apple Hand Pies 
• Frozen Peanut Butter Pie

Peppermint Cream Pie is a light, fluffy and delicious treat that is perfect for holiday gatherings! This no-bake dessert is a twist on a traditional cream pie, the addition of peppermint flavoring and holiday candies make it a hit with anyone who tries it.