Description

This candy cane pie combines a chocolate cookie crust with a silky peppermint filling that melts in your mouth. The candy canes add both flavor and festive flair, making it a showstopper at any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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2 cups Chocolate cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons Melted butter
8 oz Cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
2 cups Heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup Powdered sugar
3/4 cup Crushed candy canes, divided
Optional, a few drops Red food coloring

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Instructions

Step 1: Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling
Step 2: Beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy and smooth, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, beating until well combined. Mix in the peppermint extract
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. This takes about 3-4 minutes. Don't overbeat or you'll end up with butter
Step 4: Gently fold half the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Add half of the crushed candy canes, reserving the rest for topping. Fold until just combineddon't overmix
Step 5: Spread the filling into the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Top with the remaining whipped cream, spreading it evenly across the candy cane pie
Step 6: Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes over the top. Press them gently into the whipped cream so they stick. Cover loosely with plastic wrap
Step 7: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. The candy cane pie needs time to set properly

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese reaches room temperature before starting.

Crush candy canes by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and gently tapping with a rolling pin.

Fold the whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture to avoid deflating.

Chill your mixing bowl before whipping cream for better results.

Add the candy cane topping just before serving for extra crunch.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 425 kcal
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 245mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 85mg