Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Making the Crust
- Combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Refrigerate the crust for at least 15-20 minutes to set while preparing the filling.
Preparing the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the peppermint extract and a few drops of green food coloring. Mix well, adjusting the color to your liking.
- Fold in the whipped cream (or whipped topping) gently until the filling is light and fluffy.
Assembling the Pie
- Spoon half of the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly. Drizzle half of the melted chocolate over the filling and use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the chocolate into the filling.
- Spoon the remaining filling on top and repeat with the remaining melted chocolate, creating a decorative swirl.
Garnishing and Chilling
- Garnish the top of the pie with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, green sprinkles, or edible glitter.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the pie to set completely.
Nutrition
Notes
Feel free to customize by using white chocolate instead of semisweet or adding crushed peppermint candies for a crunchy twist.
