Christmas Eats Food | Easy Peppermint Cream Pie
A creamy, no-bake peppermint pie with a chocolate cookie crust, whipped topping, and crushed candy canes. A festive, refreshing dessert perfect for Christmas and winter parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made chocolate cookie crust (9-inch)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
- 2–3 drops red food coloring (optional)
- Extra whipped topping and candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and peppermint extract; mix well.
- Fold in whipped topping until fully combined.
- Stir in crushed candy canes and food coloring (if using).
- Spoon into pie crust and smooth the top.
- Chill for 3–4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use homemade whipped cream if preferred.
- Freeze for a firmer, icebox-style pie.
- Add mini chocolate chips for extra texture.