Candy Cane Pie (Printable)
Festive no-bake candy cane pie with peppermint cream, chocolate cookie crust, and crunchy candy cane topping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, finely crushed)
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
03 - 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
08 - 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
09 - 1/3 cup crushed candy canes, plus extra for topping
10 - Red food coloring, optional, for a pink hue
→ Topping
11 - 1 cup whipped cream
12 - Additional crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
# Directions:
01 - Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to form a compact crust. Refrigerate while assembling the filling.
02 - Using an electric mixer, whip the cold heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks. Set aside.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
04 - Gently fold the whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and crushed candy canes into the cream cheese mixture. Add a few drops of red food coloring for a festive pink hue, if desired.
05 - Spoon the filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, until fully set.
06 - Before serving, garnish the pie with whipped cream and an additional sprinkle of crushed candy canes or peppermint candies.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- You can whip it up in twenty minutes and let the fridge do the rest of the work.
- I love that each slice feels like eating a spoonful of peppermint cloud—plus, it never fails to put a smile on everyone& 39;s face.
02 -
- If you rush the chilling time, your slices will be soft and messy—it& 39;s worth waiting the full four hours.
- I once went heavy on the peppermint extract and the pie tasted like toothpaste; add a little at a time and taste as you go for perfect balance.
03 -
- Let the pie rest at room temperature for ten minutes before slicing for smooth, clean pieces.
- A tiny pinch of salt in the filling brings out all the flavors—just trust me on this one.