Description
This White Chocolate Peppermint Pie is a festive and creamy dessert perfect for the holidays. Combining a crunchy Oreo cookie crust with a smooth white chocolate and peppermint-flavored filling, topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and refreshing minty flavor. Easy to make and sure to impress, this pie requires minimal baking and a chill time to set.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 25 Oreo cookies
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips, melted
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
Topping
- Heavy whipping cream (amount as needed, about ½ to 1 cup)
- Powdered sugar (to taste, approximately 1-2 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Crushed peppermint candies (for garnish)
- Optional white chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs with the melted butter until evenly combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a pie plate. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add melted white chocolate chips and peppermint extract, mixing well until fully combined. Gently fold in the thawed frozen whipped topping to maintain a light and airy texture.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the filling into the cooled Oreo crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set properly.
- Prepare the topping: Just before serving, whip the heavy cream together with powdered sugar and peppermint extract until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the chilled pie.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies over the whipped cream topping. Optionally add white chocolate shavings for an elegant finish. Slice and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- White chocolate chips can be melted gently in a microwave or double boiler; avoid overheating to prevent seizing.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, add an extra ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract to the filling or topping as desired.
- This pie should be stored refrigerated and is best served within 2-3 days.
- Crushed peppermint candies can be substituted with candy canes for garnish if preferred.
