Chocolate Mint Pie
This rich and creamy Chocolate Mint Pie combines the refreshing taste of mint with smooth chocolate in a deliciously indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 28 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or crushed peppermint candies for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl; press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
- Bake the crust for 8 minutes. Remove and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in peppermint extract and melted chocolate chips until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Pour filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings or crushed peppermint candies if desired.
Notes
For an extra minty kick, add a few drops of green food coloring to the filling and serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
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