Description

This festive No-Bake Candy Cane Pie is a creamy, peppermint-flavored dessert perfect for the holiday season. Featuring a smooth cream cheese and whipped cream filling mixed with crushed candy canes atop a graham cracker crust, this pie requires no baking and sets in the fridge. It’s a refreshing and easy-to-make treat that delights with its cool, minty sweetness and crunchy candy cane bits.

Ingredients

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Crust

1 pre-made graham cracker crust

Filling

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 cup crushed candy canes (reserve some for topping)

Toppings

Whipped cream (for topping)
1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional, for topping)
Red food coloring (optional, for a festive touch)
Additional crushed candy canes (reserved, for topping)

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Instructions

Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream along with the peppermint extract until stiff peaks form. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring for a festive pink hue and gently fold it in.
Combine ingredients: Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated. Then, fold in the crushed candy canes, reserving some for topping the pie.
Assemble the pie: Pour the filling into the pre-made graham cracker crust and spread evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill the pie: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set, to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up.
Add toppings and serve: Before serving, top the pie with dollops of whipped cream, sprinkle with reserved crushed candy canes and optional mini marshmallows for added texture and decoration. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

For extra festive appearance, add a few drops of red food coloring to the whipped cream filling.
Mini marshmallows are optional but add a chewy contrast to the creamy filling.
Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
The pie should be kept refrigerated until serving and is best enjoyed within 2 days for freshness.
Crushed candy canes add crunch and peppermint flavor but can be adjusted to taste.