A Festive No-Bake Delight for Your Party
This Quick Christmas Peppermint Pie is the perfect treat to bring holiday cheer to your celebrations! With its irresistibly creamy filling and delightful peppermint flavor, this pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It’s a no-bake recipe, making it simple and stress-free, and ideal for those busy holiday gatherings. Moreover, the festive presentation adds an extra touch of joy to your dessert table. Perfect for Christmas parties, this luscious pie will have everyone asking for seconds! 🍬✨
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
📝 Ingredients List
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup whipped cream or Cool Whip
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- Optional: additional whipped cream for topping
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Serving plate
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth. 🥄
- Add Sugar & Peppermint: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and peppermint extract until well combined.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated. The mixture should be light and fluffy. 🍦
- Add Peppermint Candies: Stir in the crushed peppermint candies to add flavor and texture.
- Transfer to Crust: Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set before serving.
- Serve: Top with additional whipped cream and sprinkle with more crushed peppermint candies if desired. Enjoy! 🎉
💡 Pro Tips Section
- Storage: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: For a dairy-free version, try using vegan cream cheese or coconut whipped cream.
- Meal Prep: This pie can be prepared a day in advance, making it a great option for holiday parties.
- Serving Ideas: Serve with hot cocoa or a coffee for a delightful pairing!
📊 Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|————–|———-|———|——-|—–|——-|——-|
| 1 plate | 420 | 18g | 35g | 22g | 4g | 6g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
FAQs
Q: Can I make the pie ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare this pie a day before your event and store it in the fridge.
Q: Is it possible to use a different crust?
A: Absolutely! You can substitute the graham cracker crust with a cookie crust or a gluten-free option.
Q: Can I use fresh peppermint instead of candies?
A: While crushed peppermint candies add a festive touch, you can use a few drops of peppermint oil for flavor instead.
Q: How should I store leftovers?
A: Store any leftover pie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Enjoy chilled!
Quick Christmas Peppermint Pie
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A festive no-bake delight featuring a creamy filling and delightful peppermint flavor, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup whipped cream or Cool Whip
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- Optional: additional whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and peppermint extract until well combined.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the crushed peppermint candies to add flavor and texture.
- Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set before serving.
- Top with additional whipped cream and sprinkle with more crushed peppermint candies if desired.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese or coconut whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
