Chocolate Peppermint Cream Pie (Printable Version)
Delight in a creamy chocolate peppermint dessert with Oreo crust and whipped topping garnished with candy canes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
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24 Oreo cookies, crushed with cream filling
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Peppermint Filling
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225 grams (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
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1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
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Few drops red gel food coloring (optional)
→ Topping
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1 cup whipped cream
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Crushed candy canes
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Chocolate curls or mini chocolate chips (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Combine crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter and press firmly onto bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
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Beat cold heavy cream to stiff peaks and set aside for folding.
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In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Incorporate powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and optionally the red gel food coloring.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined and uniform in texture.
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Pour the prepared filling into the chilled crust and smooth the surface. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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Top with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and optional chocolate curls before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For best texture, ensure heavy cream is very cold before whipping.