Creamy and smooth Shamrock Silk Pie

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Creamy and smooth Shamrock Silk Pie
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 18, 2024

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this creamy and smooth Shamrock Silk Pie. Made with a chocolate cookie crust and a silky mint filling, this pie is a perfect balance of sweetness and refreshing mint flavor. It's an easy no-bake dessert that will impress your friends and family. The pie needs to chill for a few hours before serving, so plan ahead. Whether you're Irish or not, this festive pie will surely bring some luck to your day.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Green food coloring
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Whipped cream, for garnish
  • Chocolate shavings, for garnish
  • Green sprinkles, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
  3. Add a few drops of green food coloring to the mixture and mix well until the desired shade of green is achieved.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Pour the filling into the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
  6. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set.
  7. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and green sprinkles.
  8. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The shamrock is a symbol of Ireland and is associated with St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.
  • Shamrock Silk Pie is a popular dessert to enjoy on St. Patrick's Day in the United States.
  • This no-bake pie is a quick and easy dessert option, perfect for busy cooks.