Description
A no-bake pie that combines rich cream cheese, sweet powdered sugar, and refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Pre-Made Graham Cracker Pie Crust
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, Softened
- 1 Cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Peppermint Extract
- 1 Cup Whipped Cream
- 1/2 Cup Crushed Peppermint Candies
- Chocolate Shavings (Optional, for Garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, approximately 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and peppermint extract, mixing until fluffy—taking about 2 minutes more.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies for a light texture, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into the pre-made graham cracker crust and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 240 minutes, or until fully set.
- Before serving, top with chocolate shavings if desired. Slice, serve, and enjoy your festive treat!
Notes
This pie can last in the fridge for 3-4 days. For best results, make it up to 2 days in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg