Slice of candy cane pie with a chocolate crust, whipped cream, crushed peppermint, and rich chocolate syrup being poured over the top.

Candy Cane Pie Recipe

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Easy peppermint pie for Christmas parties 🎄

This Candy Cane Pie is pure Christmas magic in every bite! Fluffy peppermint cream filling swirled with crushed candy canes sits on a chocolate cookie crust and topped with clouds of whipped cream and festive sprinkles. 🎅 It’s cool, creamy, and oh-so refreshing a holiday dessert that looks stunning but takes just 15 minutes to prep (no baking required!). Perfect for Christmas parties, holiday dinners, or make-ahead desserts, this easy pie will bring instant cheer to your dessert table. ❄️💕

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Servings: 8–10 slices

Ingredients List

For the Crust

  • 24 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), finely crushed
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter

For the Peppermint Filling

  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1–2 drops red food coloring (for a pink swirl effect)
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • ½ cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for topping)

For Garnish

  • Whipped cream
  • Crushed candy canes
  • Mini chocolate curls or festive sprinkles

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Mixing bowls (medium and large)
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Food processor (optional, for crust)
  • Plastic wrap

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prepare crust: Combine crushed cookies and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the fridge while you make the filling. 🍫
  2. Make filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract; mix until creamy.
  3. Add color: Stir in red food coloring until you get a soft pink hue.
  4. Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated — light and fluffy!
  5. Add crunch: Stir in ½ cup of crushed candy canes for a burst of peppermint texture. 🍬
  6. Fill the crust: Spoon mixture into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
  7. Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  8. Decorate: Top with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and chocolate curls before serving. ❄️🎀

Pro Tips

  • Make ahead: Perfect for holiday prep make it a day early and keep chilled until serving!
  • No peppermint extract? Substitute with ¼ teaspoon of pure mint extract for a softer flavor.
  • Festive swirl: Add a few extra drops of red food coloring and swirl lightly for a candy-cane look.
  • Serving idea: Serve with hot cocoa or peppermint mochas for a complete Christmas dessert pairing! ☕

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 slice3204g35g18g0g28g