Mint Chocolate Cream Pie

If you’re a chocolate and mint lover, get ready to meet your new favorite dessert—Chocolate Mint Pie! This pie is straight-up decadent with its rich, chocolatey filling and a cool mint whipped cream that will have ya coming back for seconds. All of this goodness is nestled in a buttery Oreo crust that’s so easy to make, you’ll be kickin’ yourself for not making it sooner!

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What takes this mint pie to the next level is that splash of Baileys Irish Cream in the filling—just enough to make it a little extra. And that mint whipped cream? It’s mad delicious, plus it cuts through the richness of the chocolate. So go ahead, boo, treat yourself, and get ready to wow everyone with this bomb chocolate mint pie!

The Lowdown on Mint Chocolate Cream Pie

Cuisine Inspiration: American
Primary Cooking Method: Bake and Stovetop
Dietary Info: Indulgent
Key Flavor: Creamy Bittersweet Chocolate with Hints of Mint
Skill Level: Easy

• A Beauty: Not only does this chocolate mint cream pie taste off the charts, but it looks great too! It’s sure to impress for any party, event, or family gathering.
• Chocolate + Mint: There’s just something about this combination that pops!
• 100% Homemade: If you’re looking for a dessert that’s completely homemade but not too difficult to make, this pie makes the perfect solution.

Ingredients to Make Mint Chocolate Cream Pie

• Chocolate cookies: Crushed cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies such as Oreos are going to be the chocolatey base of our pie.
• Butter: Combines with crushed cookies to form the crust but also added to the chocolate cream filling for its rich flavor.
• Egg Yolks: All you need are beaten egg yolks to form the creamy custard. They’re the rich heart of your pie. Save those egg whites to add to your favorite cheesy frittata, Pavlova, or Lemon Meringue Pie!
• Sugar: Granulated sugar provides that sweet backbone of the pie.
• Cornstarch: Added to thicken the custard. You can also use tapioca flour or arrowroot powder with similar results.
• Cocoa: Unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolatey punch.
• Coffee: A hint of instant coffee to deepen the chocolate flavor.
• Cream & Milk: The liquid needed to transform the custard filling.
• Baileys: Baileys Irish Cream combines Irish whiskey with cream and hints of chocolate and vanilla for a flavor twist.
• Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract rounds out the flavors bringing balance to the filling.
• Whipping Cream: The fluffy cloud atop your pie.
• Sweet & Starchy: Powdered sugar and cornstarch to sweeten and stabilize the whipped topping on our pie.
• Mint: Mint extract and some drops of green food coloring for that cool, festive look. Feel free to double the amount of extract for more minty mojo.
• Garnish Galore: Optional chocolate sauce, plain whipped cream, Andes mint candy, and green sprinkles to dress it up and make it party-ready.

How to Make Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie

The Crust

It all starts with a buttery, crushed Oreo crust. A cookie crust adds a satisfying chocolatey crunch that cuts through the creaminess.

1. Add crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter to a medium bowl.
2. Whisk them together.
3. Press the chocolate crust into the bottom and up the sides of the prepped springform pan
4. Place the crust in the springform pan in the freezer and preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Once the oven is heated, bake the crust for 10 minutes then cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, return the springform pan back to the freezer.

Chocolate Filling

The filling of this pie is a classic chocolate cream pudding with the addition of Baileys Irish Cream. The Baileys takes things to a new level; there are notes of caramel, dark roasted coffee, and even hazelnut.

1. Mix together the egg yolks and granulated sugar on medium-high speed in the bowl of your mixer.
2. Add the cornstarch, salt, cocoa powder, and instant coffee to the bowl. Lower the speed of the mixer and mix well.
3. Add the heavy cream, milk, and Baileys Irish Cream to the mixture.
4. Whisk together scraping down the sides and bottom to thoroughly blend mixture.

5. Transfer the mixture to a large pot. Heat over medium heat on your stove until the mixture begins to boil. Be sure to whisk the entire time.
6. Turn off the heat once the filling has thickened significantly and swirl in the butter and vanilla. Whisk together until the custard is glossy and smooth. Let mixture chill until it is barely warm.
7. Add the mostly cooled filling to the cookie crust.
8. Smooth it out until it’s evenly distributed. Place the pie back in the freezer for 1 hour.

Mint Cream Topping

1. Add the heavy cream to the bowl of your mixer and beat on high speed.
2. Add the powdered sugar, cornstarch, mint extract, and green food coloring once peaks slowly begin to develop.
3. Beat again until heavy peaks have formed.
4. Spread the mint whipped cream evenly over the top of the chocolate pie and refrigerate the pie until you’re ready to serve.

Tips for Making the Best Mint Chocolate Pie

• Avoid Clumping: Be sure the cornstarch is fully incorporated into the milk and heavy cream before adding the egg yolks while preparing the filling. This simple step ensures a smooth, creamy pudding. 
• Whisk Frequently: Dairy is prone to scorching quite quickly when heated; this affects both flavor and texture. To avoid this, whisk the entire bottom of the pan including the edges.  
• Prevent the Thin Skin: As pudding mixtures cool they can develop a thin “skin” over the surface. If you’re not someone who enjoys that, cover the filling with plastic wrap as soon as you’ve filled your crust. Make sure the entire surface is touching the plastic. Move it to the freezer and allow it to set. 
• Get Creative: Don’t be afraid to have fun. Create large peaks with whipped cream, sprinkle on chocolate shavings, or draw on leprechauns with green icing. Do you!
• Crushing the Oreos: Place them in a ziploc bag and pound them with a rolling pin or meat pounder to break them up into fine pieces.

Popular Substitutions & Additions

• Chocolate Peppermint: Swap the mint extract for peppermint extract and use red coloring in the whipped cream. You can keep the Baileys or swap it for a chocolate liqueur.
• Change the Cookie Crust: You can also use graham crackers or other flavored crushed cookies.
• Skip the Homemade Whipped Cream: If you’re looking to save some time you can use a quality store-bought real whipped cream instead. Simply mix in the food coloring and extract to add flavor.
• Add Chocolate Chips: Mix chocolate flakes or chips into to the mint whipped cream.
• Gluten-Free: Use your favorite gluten-free chocolate cookies to make the crust. The rest of the recipe is 100% gluten-free.

What to Serve with Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie

• This pie is great served with something to sip. Enjoy a hot coffee or espresso — maybe with a bit of Baileys added. Other beverage options are my White Chocolate Hot Cocoa or a Chocolate Martini.
• Enjoy with other Irish-inspired desserts like this St. Patrick’s Day Dessert Pizza or Baileys Chocolate Bundt Cake.
• It makes a tasty dessert after diving into a bowl of Hearty Beef Stew and Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes.

How to Store Mint Chocolate Cream Pie

To ensure your Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie stays as delicious as the day you made it, keep it chilled in the refrigerator. Store the pie in an airtight container or cover it well with plastic wrap to maintain its freshness and prevent any fridge odors from seeping in.

How long will mint chocolate cream pie last in the fridge?

This scrumptious pie will stay perfect for up to 4 days. So enjoy a slice each day until it’s gone!

Can I freeze a cream pie?

It’s not recommended. The ingredients in the filling may have an odd texture when thawed. Your best is to eat it all up rather than try to extend the shelf-life in the freezer.

Frequently Asked Questions

You’re going to love this combination of chocolate, mint, and ultimate creaminess. It’s the ultimate indulgence. It’s the perfect dessert for St Patrick’s Day but also enjoyable any time of year. Discover your inner leprechaun and enjoy!

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