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Delicious Shamrock Cream Pie topped with green whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Shamrock Cream Pie

A bright and minty no-bake dessert with a chocolatey crust and a silky cream filling, perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any festive occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, No-bake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos) Finely pulse in a food processor.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted To bind the crust ingredients.
For the filling
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened Use full-fat for best results.
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract Adjust to taste.
  • A few drops green food coloring Adjust for desired shade.
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed Use stabilized for best results.
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips Optional for texture.
For garnishing
  • whipped cream For topping.
  • Green sprinkles or shamrock-shaped candies For decoration.
  • Chocolate shavings or drizzle For decoration.

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted unsalted butter until uniformly moistened.
  2. Firmly press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes.
Prepare the Filling
  1. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add peppermint extract and food coloring, mixing until even.
  3. Fold in whipped topping and mini chocolate chips if using.
Assemble the Pie
  1. Spoon the mint filling into the crust and smooth the top.
  2. Tap the pie dish gently to remove air pockets.
Garnish and Chill
  1. Decorate with whipped cream, sprinkles, and chocolate shavings.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.

Notes

Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. Perfect for make-ahead entertaining.