Description
This No Bake Grinch Pie is a fun, festive, and irresistibly creamy dessert that’s perfect for holiday gatherings, quick dessert ideas, and easy no-bake recipes. With its vibrant green filling, chocolatey crust, and fluffy whipped topping, it’s a show-stopping treat that requires minimal effort. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, holiday food ideas, or an easy recipe to impress guests, this pie delivers both flavor and charm in every bite.
Ingredients
2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons melted butter
8 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 1/2 cups cold milk
1 container whipped topping
5 to 6 drops green food coloring
1/2 teaspoon mint extract optional
1 cup whipped cream for topping
2 tablespoons red candy pieces
Instructions
1. Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until combined, then press into a pie dish and chill for 20 to 30 minutes.
2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and mix until creamy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened.
4. Combine pudding mixture with cream cheese mixture until smooth.
5. Add green food coloring and mint extract, mixing until evenly colored.
6. Gently fold in whipped topping to create a light, fluffy texture.
7. Spread filling evenly into chilled crust.
8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
9. Top with whipped cream and red candy pieces before serving.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
Chill the pie overnight for the best texture and clean slices.
Add mint extract gradually to avoid overpowering the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: no bake pie, holiday dessert, easy dessert, grinch pie, Christmas dessert, quick dessert ideas