This Peppermint Cream Pie is a delightful dessert perfect for the holiday season. With its creamy peppermint filling and chocolate crust, it makes a festive addition to your Christmas desserts table.
The recipe is simple to follow and combines classic flavors that everyone will love, making it an ideal choice for your Christmas desserts recipe collection.
Delicious Peppermint Cream Pie
This peppermint cream pie features a rich chocolate cookie crust filled with a light and fluffy peppermint cream mixture, topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies. The preparation time is about 30 minutes, and it requires chilling time before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream for topping
- Crushed peppermint candies for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Fill the Crust: Spoon the peppermint cream filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Serve: Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for garnish.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
