Description
A luscious and refreshing Chocolate Mint Pie featuring a creamy chocolate and peppermint filling set in a crunchy chocolate cookie crust. This no-bake dessert perfectly balances rich chocolate flavors with a cool minty kick, making it an ideal treat for holidays and special occasions.
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 garnish
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate Ganache: In a small saucepan, gently heat ½ cup of heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat immediately and pour the hot cream over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit undisturbed for 1–2 minutes to soften the chocolate, then stir carefully until smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fluffy. Add the peppermint extract and a few drops of green food coloring if desired, and mix until evenly combined.
- Whip Heavy Cream: In a separate clean bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This will add lightness to the pie filling.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain its airy texture. Next, stir in the cooled chocolate ganache, folding everything together until the filling is uniform in color and texture.
- Assemble Pie: Spoon the combined filling into the pre-made chocolate cookie crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top evenly and neatly.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 4 hours, allowing it to set firmly and develop flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, decorate the pie with extra whipped topping and sprinkle crushed mint chocolates or chocolate shavings on top for an attractive and flavorful finish.
Notes
- Use peppermint extract sparingly as it has a strong flavor to avoid overpowering the pie.
- For an extra-rich chocolate layer, swirl additional melted chocolate into the filling before chilling.
- This pie can be prepared 1–2 days ahead, making it perfect for holiday gatherings.
