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No-Bake Grinch Pie: A Festive Holiday Treat

As the holidays approach, it’s time to embrace the whimsical side of the season with a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Enter the No-Bake Grinch Pie, a vibrant and delicious treat inspired by everyone’s favorite green holiday character. This easy-to-make pie combines the creamy sweetness of vanilla with a playful pop of color, making it a delightful addition to your holiday spread. Plus, it requires no baking, freeing up your oven for other holiday goodies!

Ingredients

For the Crust: – 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs – 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted – 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Filling: – 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened – 1 cup powdered sugar – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix – 1 ¼ cups cold milk – 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, cold – 3–5 drops green food coloring (adjust to your “Grinchy” shade)

For Topping: – Whipped cream – Red heart sprinkles

Instructions

1. Make the Crust: Begin by preparing the crust. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated, resembling damp sand in texture.

2. Form the Base: Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish. This will form the crust. Place the pie dish in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow the crust to firm up while you prepare the filling.

3. Cream the Base Layer: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth and fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until the mixture is light and creamy. This will form the base layer of your pie filling.

4. Prepare the Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk. Whisk for about 2 minutes until the pudding thickens.

5. Combine the Mixtures: Gently fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture. Ensure it’s well blended and achieves a silky texture.

6. Add the Color: To achieve the signature “Grinch green,” add a few drops of green food coloring to the mixture. Adjust the amount until you reach the desired shade.

7. Whip the Cream: In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Carefully fold this whipped cream into the green filling mixture, creating a light and airy texture.

8. Assemble the Pie: Pour the filling into the chilled crust. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly, ensuring a smooth top.

9. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This allows the pie to firm up nicely, ensuring clean slices when served.

10. Decorate and Serve: Before serving, add a festive touch by topping the pie with swirls of whipped cream and scattering little red heart sprinkles across the top. These decorations not only add visual appeal but also echo the heartwarming transformation of the Grinch himself.

Serving Suggestions and Tips

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Chill Time: 4 hours (minimum)
• Servings: 8

This No-Bake Grinch Pie is perfect as a centerpiece dessert for holiday gatherings, or as a fun project to make with children. The combination of creamy textures and sweet flavors is sure to delight guests of all ages. For an extra festive touch, serve with hot cocoa or a warm spiced cider. Enjoy the simplicity and charm of this no-bake creation as it brings a little bit of Grinch-inspired cheer to your holiday season!

No-Bake Grinch Pie

A fun and festive pie that’s perfect for the holiday season. This no-bake pie is easy to make and delightfully creamy with a ‘Grinchy’ green filling.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Chill Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the crust

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the filling

• 1 package cream cheese, softened 8 oz
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix 3.4 oz
• 1.25 cups cold milk
• 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
• 3-5 drops green food coloring adjust to your ‘Grinchy’ shade

For topping

• 100 ml whipped cream for topping
• 50 g red heart sprinkles

Equipment

• Pie Dish

Method

 

1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture looks like damp sand.
2. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish. Place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up while you make the filling.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and continue mixing until light and creamy.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, until it thickens.
5. Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture until well blended and silky.
6. Mix in a few drops of green food coloring, adjusting the amount until you achieve the signature bright ‘Grinch green.’
7. In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the green filling mixture to create a light, airy texture.
8. Pour the filling into the chilled crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible, so the pie firms up nicely.
10. Just before serving, top with swirls of whipped cream and sprinkle on little red candy hearts — the perfect finishing touch for your Grinch-inspired dessert.

Notes

This pie is best served chilled. You can prepare it a day in advance for a stress-free dessert experience. Adjust the green food coloring to achieve your desired Grinchy hue.