Chocolate Mint Pie
This Chocolate Mint Pie combines a rich chocolate base with refreshing mint for a decadent and cool dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 23 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 cups whipped cream, divided
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder, for dusting
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, melt the chocolate chips over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Stir peppermint extract into the melted chocolate, then gradually mix into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Fold in 1 cup whipped cream gently to lighten the filling.
- Spread the filling evenly into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Before serving, top with remaining whipped cream, dust with cocoa powder, and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
For a stronger mint flavor, add an extra ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract or garnish with crushed peppermint candies.
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