# Recipe: Candy Cane Pie
## Introduction
Celebrate the festive season with a flavor-filled twist with our Candy Cane Pie. This irresistible dessert combines the refreshing taste of peppermint with creamy and luscious textures, creating the perfect sweet ending to your holiday-special meal.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 4 hours
Total time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8
## Why Make This Recipe
This Candy Cane Pie is not just an ordinary dessert. It’s easy to prepare, delectably creamy, rich with delightful peppermint crush, and look astonishingly festive. This pie will surely steal the spotlight of your holiday dessert table and impress your family and friends with your culinary creativity.
## How to Make Candy Cane Pie
### Ingredients:
– 1 prepared chocolate cookie pie crust
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
– 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
– 1/2 cup crushed candy canes, plus extra for garnish
– Red food coloring (optional)
### Directions:
1. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream along with powdered sugar engaged with soft peaks form. Keep it aside.
2. Mix the Base: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until it turns smooth. Gradually introduce condensed milk and peppermint extract to it, mixing until well combined.
3. Add Peppermint: Add crushed candy canes to the mix. For an extra festive touch, add a few drops of red food coloring and gently swirl to create a marbled effect.
4. Fold and Assemble: Fold the whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture ensuring their proper combinations. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
5. Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours until set.
6. Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish it with additional crushed candy canes.
## How to Serve Candy Cane Pie
Serve this refreshing and creamy Candy Cane Pie as the perfect end to your holiday meal. Pair it with a hot cup of coffee or cocoa to enhance the festive dining experience.
## How to Store Candy Cane Pie
Store leftovers of this Candy Cane Pie in the refrigerator. Cover it with plastic wrap or put it in an airtight container. It will remain fresh for up to 3-4 days.
## Tips to Make Candy Cane Pie
– Ensure that the mixing bowl for whipping cream is cold. This helps in getting soft peaks faster.
– Don’t rush while adding condensed milk to the cream cheese, do it gradually and mix well until they are well combined.
– Don’t forget to chill the pie. This helps the pie to set properly and enhances its taste.
## Variations
For a cocoa twist, you can add a bit of cocoa powder to the pie filling. You can also top the pie with whipped cream for additional creaminess.
## FAQs
Q1: Can I use regular sugar instead of powdered sugar?
Yes, but powdered sugar works better as it blends more easily.
Q2: Can I use a different extract instead of peppermint?
Yes, you can use vanilla extract for a more subtle, yet equally delicious, flavor.
Q3: How long will the pie last?
When properly stored, the Candy Cane Pie will last for about 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.