Description
A festive no-bake holiday dessert with creamy peppermint filling, buttery graham crust, and crushed candy topping for the perfect winter treat.
Ingredients
For the Crust
1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
For the Filling
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
8 oz white chocolate, melted
1 tsp peppermint extract
For the Topping
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
Preheat Oven & Make the Crust
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a pie dish.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, then allow crust to cool completely.
Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
Add melted white chocolate and peppermint extract. Mix until creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
Gently fold whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
Assemble and Chill
Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until fully set.
Serve
Just before serving, top with crushed peppermint candies for a festive finish.
Notes
For best texture, chill the pie overnight.
Peppermint extract is strong—start with 1 tsp and adjust to taste.
White chocolate should be cooled slightly after melting before adding to the cream cheese.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (Filling) + Baking (Crust)
- Cuisine: American
