Description
A delightful no-bake dessert with a creamy peppermint filling and crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for garnish)
- Red food coloring (optional, for festive color)
- Whipped cream (for garnish)
- Crushed candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden, then set aside to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the heavy whipping cream, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Beat until thick and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the mini marshmallows and crushed candy canes, leaving a few pieces for topping. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring for a festive swirl effect.
- Spoon the filling into the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with extra crushed candy canes for garnish.
Notes
For a chocolate twist, you can add chocolate chips or use a chocolate graham cracker crust instead. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, best enjoyed within 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: holiday dessert, peppermint pie, no-bake pie, festive dessert, creamy pie