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Candy Cane Pie aka Peppermint Pie

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Candy Cane Pie (aka Peppermint Pie) is a no-bake, festive holiday dessert featuring a creamy peppermint filling in a chocolate cookie crust, topped with crushed candy canes and whipped cream. It’s visually stunning, easy to make, and perfect for Christmas parties or cozy winter nights.

Ingredients

  • 1 (6 oz) chocolate cookie crust (store-bought or homemade with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter)
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
  • 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
  • Red food coloring (optional, for pink swirl effect)
  • Additional crushed candy canes, for garnish
  • Whipped cream, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and peppermint extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in crushed candy canes and a drop or two of red food coloring if desired for a pink hue.
  5. Spoon the peppermint filling into the prepared chocolate cookie crust and smooth the top.
  6. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  7. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and a generous sprinkle of crushed candy canes.
  8. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Add mini chocolate chips to the filling for a chocolate peppermint twist.
  • Use mint-flavored Oreo cookies for a more intense minty crust.
  • Make it vegan by using dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping.
  • Skip the food coloring for a classic white peppermint pie.
  • Graham cracker or vanilla wafer crusts also work well as alternatives.

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