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Celebrate with a slice of Shamrock Shake Pie, a delightful dessert inspired by the classic seasonal milkshake. This pie offers a creamy, minty filling on a buttery graham cracker crust, all topped with a hint of green for a festive touch.
Ingredients
- 12 graham crackers
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2½ cups cold milk
- ¼ teaspoon green food coloring
- 2 teaspoons mint extract
- 5.1 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
Directions
- Prepare the Pie Dish:
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or shortening and set aside. This will help prevent the crust from sticking.
- Make the Crust:
- In a food processor, blend the graham crackers and brown sugar until you have fine crumbs.
- With the processor running on low, gradually add the melted butter until the mixture begins to clump together.
- Firmly press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish. This will form your pie crust.
- Place the crust in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cold milk, green food coloring, and mint extract until the milk turns a uniform green color.
- Add the vanilla pudding mix to the milk mixture and continue whisking until the pudding starts to thicken. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes to thicken further.
- Gently fold the whipped topping into the thickened pudding until well combined, ensuring the mixture remains light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Spoon the filling into the chilled crust, smoothing out the top to create an even surface.
- Freeze the pie for at least 6 hours, or until the filling is completely set and firm.
- Serve:
- If desired, garnish the pie with additional whipped cream and maraschino cherries before serving. This adds a classic touch and enhances the presentation.
- Serve the pie cold for a refreshing treat.
This Shamrock Shake Pie is perfect for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration or any occasion that calls for a unique and flavorful dessert. Its vibrant color and refreshing taste are sure to impress!
