Candy Cane Pie
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Take your holidays to the next level with an Easy Candy Cane Pie! This semi-homemade dessert combines a quick Oreo crust with an ice cream filling using store-bought vanilla bean ice cream and crushed peppermint candy. A fun make-ahead dessert that the whole family will love!
Peppermint Ice Cream Pie
Peppermint Stick Ice Cream has always been one of my favorite flavors. Back in the day, my dad and I used to stand at the kitchen counter with our spoons and a bucket of ice cream. We’d make quite the dent out of the ice cream, enjoying every bite!
Tradition pies are popular during the Christmas holidays and while this peppermint pie recipe isn’t classic, it’s at the top of my list to make each year. A crunchy chocolate pie crust with a creamy filling is the perfect pie for holiday gatherings and the new year.
Make sure to try our homemade peppermint ice cream recipe next!
Why This Recipe Works:
- SIMPLE – This 6-Ingredient recipe is simple and quick to make. You’ll need a food processor and a hand mixer (or stand mixer works too).
- PREP AHEAD – Ice Cream desserts require for you to prep them ahead so they have time to freeze completely. It’s nice to have an easy pie ready to go in the freezer too.
- CREAMY AND DELICIOUS – We love the creamy texture of an ice cream dessert and the crunchy Oreo crust. The peppermint flavor makes the perfect holiday dessert as well.
- POP OF COLOR – The pink and red combination of colors is exceptional in this easy dessert. A pop of color is just the thing we need during the holiday season! And there is zero red food coloring in this delicious pie!
Simple Ingredients Used:
All of these ingredients are easily found in your local grocery store. The candy canes are seasonal and can be found in November and December.
- Oreo Cookies – We use 24 regular-stuffed Oreo cookies for the ice cream crust.
- Unsalted Butter
- Candy Canes – You’ll need about six ounces of candy canes. I prefer to use the small candy canes and reserve a few crumbs for the top of the ice cream cake.
- Vanilla Bean Ice Cream – We like the Tillamook brand but if you get adventurous, try our Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.
- Peppermint Extract – Just a dash is needed.
- Kosher Salt – A pinch to balance flavors.
How to make the Best Candy Cane Pie Recipe:
Step 1
Process Oreo cookies. Use a large food processor to crush 24 Oreo cookies until they form coarse crumbs.
Step 2
Combine with butter. Pour the Oreo crumbs into a medium bowl. Add melted butter and stir well to combine.
Step 3
Press Oreo cookie crust into pie plate. Then use a measuring cup (or a spoon) to press the Oreo mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
Step 4
Bake crust. Bake Oreo pie crust in a preheated 350-degree oven for 10 minutes. Remove to cool completely.
NOTE: I often place the baked crust into the refrigerator to help it cool quickly.
Step 5
Crush candy canes. Wipe out the food processor and add candy canes. Process until you have crushed peppermint candies (see below).
NOTE: You decide how large you want the candy cane pieces. I prefer the candy to be finely processed.
Step 6
Make ice cream filling. Add softened ice cream to a large mixing bowl. Then add the peppermint extract, salt, and crushed peppermints to the bowl. Use a hand mixer to combine the ingredients very well.
Step 7
Add ice cream filling to the Oreo crust. Pour the ice cream into the cooled crust and use a rubber spatula to smooth it evenly to all sides. Add some reserved crushed peppermint candies to the top of the pie.
Step 8
Freeze. Freeze the ice cream pie immediately.
Step 9
Serve. Set the pie out about 10 minutes before ready to serve. Then slice into wedges and serve.
Other Ice Cream Recipes to Try:
All of these ice cream desserts get rave reviews from our family!
Recipe FAQs:
Yes, you can use a store-bought pie but they are normally not as fresh and can be overly crumbly. I recommend making your own crust – it’s easy!
Yes, you can use a springform pan for candy cane pie, if desired.
Whipped cream, chocolate sauce, chocolate shavings, reserved Oreo cookie crumbs, or additional crushed candy canes are popular choices for toppings.
For best results, it’s recommended to freeze the pie for several hours or overnight to ensure it’s firm enough to slice.
If there are leftovers, storing the pie in the freezer is the best option. Wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn.
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xoxo ~Sue
Candy Cane Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 24 Oreo Cookies
- 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 ½ quarts vanilla bean ice cream
- 6 oz. candy canes – crushed
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Process Oreo cookies. Use a large food processor to crush 24 Oreo cookies until they form coarse crumbs.
- Combine with butter. Pour the Oreo crumbs into a medium bowl. Add melted butter and stir well to combine.
- Press crust into pie plate. Then use a measuring cup (or a spoon) to press the Oreo mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake crust. Bake Oreo pie crust in a preheated 350-degree oven for 10 minutes. Remove to cool completely.NOTE: I often place the baked crust into the refrigerator to help it cool quickly.
- Crush candy canes. Wipe out the food processor and add candy canes. Process until you have crushed peppermint candies (see below).
- Make ice cream filling. Add softened ice cream to a large bowl. Then add the peppermint extract, salt, and crushed candy canes to the bowl. Use a hand mixer to combine the ingredients very well.
- Add ice cream filling to the Oreo crust. Pour the ice cream into the cooled crust and use a rubber spatula to smooth it evenly to all sides. Add some reserved crushed peppermint candies to the top of the ice cream.
- Freeze. Freeze the ice cream pie immediately for at least 12 hours before serving.
- Serve. Set the pie out about 10 minutes before ready to serve. Then slice into wedges and serve.
This is perfect for the Holiday season! Tastes amazing!
Amen!