No-Bake Mint Chocolate Pie
This No-Bake Mint Chocolate Pie is an easy, refreshing dessert that combines creamy mint flavors with rich chocolate and a crumbly crust. Perfect for any occasion, it requires no oven time and is loved by kids and adults alike. Enjoy a light, fluffy filling with bursts of chocolate in every bite, set in a firm chocolate cookie or graham cracker crust.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free crust option)
Crust
- 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
Filling
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- Optional: a few drops green food coloring
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- Prepare the Crust: Start by crushing your chocolate cookies or graham crackers into fine crumbs. Combine the crumbs with melted butter, mixing until the texture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of your pie dish. Chill the crust in the fridge while you prepare the filling to help it set firmly.
- Make the Minty Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream to keep the filling airy. Add a few drops of mint extract and, if using, green food coloring, mixing gently but thoroughly to distribute flavor and color evenly.
- Add the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in your chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, scattering them throughout the filling to add bursts of rich chocolate in every bite.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the mint-chocolate filling over your chilled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Smooth the top for a clean presentation, cover the pie with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the pie to fully set.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, add your favorite garnishes like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh mint leaves for an extra special touch.
Notes
- Use Cold Ingredients: Keep cream cheese and whipped cream cold for best filling texture.
- Don’t Overmix: Fold ingredients gently to maintain a light and fluffy pie filling.
- Let It Chill: Chill the pie overnight if possible to ensure it sets firmly.
- Mint Extract Balance: Start with small amounts of mint extract and adjust to taste to avoid overpowering chocolate flavor.
- Crust Pressing: Press crust firmly but not too hard to prevent cracking when slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: No-Bake Pie, Mint Chocolate Pie, Easy Dessert, Gluten-Free Dessert, Mint Dessert, Chocolate Dessert, Family-Friendly