Description

This No Bake Christmas Peppermint Pie is a festive, creamy dessert featuring a smooth cream cheese filling infused with peppermint flavor, set in a crunchy Oreo crust topped with crushed peppermint candies. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it requires no baking and can be prepared ahead for stress-free entertaining.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

1 Oreo pie crust (pre-made)

Filling

2 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each, softened to room temperature)
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
10 drops red food coloring
2 teaspoons vanilla essence
1 teaspoon peppermint flavoring
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tub Cool Whip
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes or mints

Garnish

Crushed peppermint candies for garnish

Instructions

Whip the Heavy Cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside this whipped cream to be gently folded in later for a light and airy texture.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the red food coloring, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing until the color is even. Fold in half a cup of crushed peppermint candies carefully without overmixing.
Combine the Mixtures: Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped heavy cream using a mixer on low speed or a spatula, blending until the mixture is smooth and uniform. This creates a creamy filling that is light but holds its shape well.
Fill the Oreo Crust: Pour the combined filling mixture evenly into the prepared Oreo pie crust. Use a spatula to level the top for an even surface.
Garnish and Chill: Spread a layer of Cool Whip over the filling, then sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for a festive appearance and added texture. Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or preferably overnight to allow the filling to set.

Notes

Use full-fat block cream cheese for the best texture; avoid using low-fat varieties or cream cheese spreads.
Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps.
If using whipping cream instead of heavy cream, whip longer to reach stiff peaks.
Adjust peppermint flavoring slowly, tasting as you go to avoid overpowering the pie.
Chill the pie overnight when possible for the best set and flavor development.
Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; it can be frozen for up to 2 months but add peppermint garnish after thawing.
Do not overbeat the heavy cream to avoid grainy texture.
Use crushed peppermint pieces that are small but not powdered for a pleasant crunch.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 28 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

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