Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Pie Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Freeze Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes

This Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Pie is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and refreshing peppermint, making it a perfect choice for holiday gatherings. It’s an easy-to-make treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ideal for Christmas desserts, this recipe features a chocolate cookie crust filled with creamy peppermint ice cream and topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes for a festive touch.

Festive Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Pie

This ice cream pie is a no-bake dessert that takes about 20 minutes of preparation time and requires a few hours to freeze. It serves 8 people and is a wonderful addition to your holiday dessert table.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 quart peppermint ice cream, softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup crushed candy canes for topping

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
Fill with Ice Cream: Spoon the softened peppermint ice cream into the crust, spreading it evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Freeze: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Make Whipped Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Serve: Once the pie is firm, remove it from the freezer. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with crushed candy canes before slicing and serving.