No Bake Mint Chocolate Chip Pie
A delightful and easy dessert that brings smiles with its creamy minty chocolate flavor, perfect for warm days and special occasions.
Ingredients
Pie Base
- 1 pre-made pie crust 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust You can substitute with chocolate cookie or shortbread crust.
Filling
- 8 oz 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is room temperature for a smooth filling.
- 1 cup 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup 1 cup whipped cream Store-bought whipped cream can be used.
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup chocolate chips You can substitute with crushed Oreos or nuts for variations.
- to taste drops Green food coloring (optional) Add for color.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until smooth.
- If using, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix it in.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until combined and fluffy.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the mixture into the pre-made graham cracker pie crust and smooth it out.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serving
- Slice and serve chilled, optionally topping with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a fresh mint leaf.
Notes
Store covered in the refrigerator and it lasts 3-4 days. Keep away from strong-smelling foods.