Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie

This Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie is absolutely decadent, minty, creamy and chocolatey and is the perfect indulgent Irish treat to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with!

The idea for this Baileys Mint Chocolate Cream Pie started with a simple idea: Chocolate. Honestly, most of my ideas come from simple flurries of thought or undeniable cravings . This time around, I felt a craving for chocolate couldn’t be ignored. (To my ladies out there, you know what I’m talking about.)

Ingredients

• Crust : Start with 1 1/2 cups of crushed cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos) mixed with 6 tablespoons of melted butter. It’s the crunchy, sweet base that sets the stage.
• Filling :
  • Egg Yolks: Four large, beaten egg yolks – they’re the rich heart of your pie.
  • Sugar: 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar for that sweet backbone.
  • Cornstarch & Cocoa Combo: A quarter-cup of cornstarch with a pinch of salt and a third-cup of unsweetened cocoa powder – the thickening powerhouses with a chocolatey punch.
  • Coffee: Half a teaspoon of instant coffee to deepen the chocolate flavor.
  • Cream & Milk Mix: 2 1/2 cups of heavy cream plus half a cup of milk for creamy, dreamy goodness.
  • Baileys: A quarter-cup of Baileys Irish Cream for that boozy, creamy twist.
  • Butter & Vanilla Duo: A tablespoon each of butter and pure vanilla extract to round out the flavors.
• Mint Whipped Cream Magic:
  • Whipping Cream: One cup of cold heavy whipping cream – the fluffy cloud atop your pie.
  • Sweet & Starchy: Half a cup of powdered sugar with a tablespoon of cornstarch to sweeten and stabilize.
  • Mint: A quarter-teaspoon (or half for more minty mojo) of mint extract, plus three drops of green food coloring for that cool, festive look.
• 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.

Chocolatey Filling

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

While watching the filling thicken over my stove top, I tasted the pudding and almost fainted from the luxurious taste of it. I could have gone to heaven and back it was so good! But I didn’t stop there.

Whipped Cream Topping

Where would a cream pie be without the whipped cream? I made sure to whip up some sweet, smooth and decadent cream to top off this latest treat. But, in the St.Patrick’s Day spirit, I needed to mix things up. So, I added a bit of mint extract and a few drops of green food coloring to get the fun going!

Top it Off

Just when you thought it was all over, it gets better. I wanted this pie to feel fun and decadent in all my favorite ways. I drizzled a little melted chocolate over the top, piped on fresh whipped cream dollops and garnished with Andes mint chocolates and green sprinkles for good measure.

What was left was a treat fit for any St. Patrick’s Day Feast! After the creation of this, I am excited and proud to say that I am Irish. I plan to talk to my Big Mama and the rest of my family to get to the bottom of this.

Tips and Tricks

If you’ve never made a cream pie (or a pie in general) before, you’re in for a treat. These pies are simple to make and quite low-maintenance. I’m here to make sure you make the most of your ingredients with a few tips to guarantee the best result every time.  

Avoid Clumping  

While preparing your filling, be sure the cornstarch fully incorporates into the milk and heavy cream before adding the egg yolks. 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 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!

How to Store

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. This scrumptious pie will stay perfect for up to 4 days.

Favorite Pie Recipes

• Buttermilk Pie
• Kool-Aid Pie
• Banana Pudding Pie
• Banoffee Pie
• Chess Pie
• Chocolate Chess Pie

What do you plan to make for St. Patrick’s Day?  If you have nothing in mind, check out my fellow #KissMeImIrish Party pals’ recipes below:

1. URBAN BAKES – Sweet & Salty Boozy Irish Truffle Cake
http://urbanbakes.com/sweet-and-salty-boozy-irish-truffle-cake/

2. Baking a Moment – Irish Cream Profiteroles
http://bakingamoment.com/irish-cream-profiteroles/

3. The Cheery Baker – Baileys Mint Chocolate Poke Cake
http://www.thecheerybaker.com/2014/03/12/baileys-mint-chocolate-poke-cake/

4. Grandbaby Cakes – #KissMeImIrish Baileys Mint Chocolate Cream Pie
https://grandbaby-cakes.com/2014/03/baileys-mint-chocolate-cream-pie/

5. bethcakes – Irish Car Bomb Cake
http://www.bethcakes.com/irish-car-bomb-cake/

6. gotta get baked – Chocolate Baileys Cheesecake
http://gottagetbaked.com/2014/03/12/chocolate-baileys-cheesecake-for-a-kissmeimirish-st-patricks-day-party

7. Jessiker Bakes – #KissMeImIrish Guinness Chocolate Cake
http://theblog.jessikerbakes.com/guinness-chocolate-cake/

8. Blahnik Baker – Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes with Whiskey Caramel and Baileys Buttercream
http://wp.me/p3S04I-KY

9. Bakes In Slippers –  Guinness Chocolate Stout Milkshake
http://bakesinslippers.com/guinness-chocolate-stout-milkshake/

10. Chez CateyLou- Guinness Stout Chocolate Donuts #KissMeImIrish
http://wp.me/p4c8PI-1af

11. House of Bakes – Drunken Blondie
http://www.houseofbakes.com/drunken-blondie/

Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie

Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie is absolutely delicious, decadent, minty and chocolatey for the perfect indulgent Irish treat!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 855kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• ▢ 1 1/2 cup cream filled chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos crushed
• ▢ 6 tablespoons melted butter

For the Pie Filling:

• ▢ 4 large egg yolks beaten
• ▢ 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 1/4 cup cornstarch
• ▢ Pinch salt
• ▢ 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee
• ▢ 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
• ▢ 1/2 cup milk
• ▢ 1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• ▢ 1 tablespoon butter
• ▢ 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

For the Mint Whipped Cream:

• ▢ 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
• ▢ 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• ▢ 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ▢ 1/4 teaspoon mint extract add 1/2 teaspoon if you want a stronger mint flavor
• ▢ 3 drops green food coloring
• ▢ OPTIONAL: chocolate sauce plain whipped cream, andys mint candy for garnish, and green sprinkles for garnish

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

For the chocolate crust:

• Add crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter to a medium bowl and whisk together.
• Liberally spray the bottom and sides of a springform pan with non-stick baking spray.
• Gently press the chocolate crust into the bottom of the springform pan and up the sides of the pan.
• Place the completed crust filled springform pan in the freezer and preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Once the oven is set, bake the crust for 10 minutes then cool on a wire rack.
• Once cooled, place the springform pan back in the freezer.

For the pie filling:

• Mix together egg yolks and granulated sugar on medium high speed in the bowl of your mixer. Next add in cornstarch, salt, cocoa powder and instant coffee and lower speed.
• Lastly, add in heavy cream, milk, and Baileys Irish Cream and whisk together scraping down the sides and bottom to thoroughly blend mixture.
• Transfer mixture from mixing bowl to large pot over medium heat on your stove until mixture begins to boil whisking the entire time.
• Once filling has thickened significantly, turn off heat and swirl in butter and vanilla and whisk together until glossy and smooth. Let mixture chill until it is barely warm.
• After the filling has cooled a bit, add it to the cookie crust and smooth out until even.
• Place the pie back in the freezer for 1 hour.

For the Mint Whipped Cream:

• Make the whipped cream, add heavy cream to the bowl of your mixer and beat on high speed.
• Once peeks slowly begin to develop, add in powdered sugar, cornstarch, mint extract, and green food coloring until heavy peaks have formed.
• Evenly spread the mint whipped cream over the top of the chocolate pie and refrigerate pie until ready to serve. (Gently remove the pie from the sides of the springform pan before serving).

Notes

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. This scrumptious pie will stay perfect for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 855kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 34g | Cholesterol: 262mg | Sodium: 277mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 59g | Vitamin A: 1985IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 3.3mg

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