Name: Christmas Peppermint Pie Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Oreo pie crust; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 2 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each), softened; 10 drops red food coloring; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon peppermint extract; 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes or mints; 1 tub Cool Whip; Crushed peppermint candies, for garnish

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Introduction

This festive Christmas Peppermint Pie is a creamy, refreshing dessert that combines a rich Oreo crust with a fluffy peppermint cream filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it balances sweet and minty flavors with a beautiful red tint that brings seasonal cheer to your table.

The image shows a slice of pie with three layers on a white plate. The bottom layer is a dark brown crumbly crust, the middle layer is a thick, smooth light pink filling, and the top layer is white whipped cream with small red bits sprinkled all over. A silver fork rests on the plate near the pie slice. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 Oreo pie crust
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each), softened
10 drops red food coloring
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes or mints
1 tub Cool Whip
Crushed peppermint candies, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, cream together the powdered sugar and softened cream cheese until smooth.
Step 3: Add red food coloring, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until uniformly colored and fully combined.
Step 4: Fold in ½ cup of crushed peppermint candy gently.
Step 5: Carefully fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped heavy cream using a low mixer speed until thoroughly combined.
Step 6: Pour the combined mixture into the Oreo crust and spread evenly.
Step 7: Top the pie with a layer of Cool Whip and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.
Step 8: Chill the pie in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, or until ready to serve.

Tips & Variations

For an extra crunchy texture, add more crushed peppermint candies inside the filling or on top.
If you prefer a less sweet pie, reduce powdered sugar slightly and adjust peppermint extract to taste.
Use a store-bought Oreo crust to save time, or make your own for a homemade touch.
Substitute peppermint extract with mint extract if you want a different minty flavor.

Storage

Keep your peppermint pie covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This pie also freezes well for up to 2 months—wrap tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then garnish with crushed peppermint candies after thawing. To serve from frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes for the best texture.

How to Serve

A single slice of pie with three visible layers sits on a white plate: the bottom layer is a dark chocolate crust with a rough texture, the middle layer is a thick, smooth light pink filling, and the top layer is white whipped cream with pink sprinkles scattered on top. A silver fork with a piece of pie on its tines rests beside the slice. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use another crust besides Oreo?

Yes, you can use a graham cracker crust or any chocolate cookie crust as a substitute. Just make sure it complements the peppermint flavor.

Is it necessary to soften the cream cheese?

Softening the cream cheese is important to ensure a smooth filling without lumps. Leave it at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing.