No Bake Gingerbread Pie
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This no-bake gingerbread pie combines the warm, spiced flavors of a classic holiday cookie with the creamy texture of a chilled dessert. With a gingerbread cream cheese filling and a graham cracker crust, it’s an easy, festive pie perfect for holiday gatherings.
Easy Gingerbread Cream Pie
I’ve always loved the flavors of gingerbread, especially in easy holiday treats like my Gingerbread Truffles. That mix of cinnamon, ginger, and molasses is just so warm and cozy. It instantly puts me in the holiday mood. This no-bake gingerbread pie gives you all those same nostalgic flavors in a creamy, chilled dessert that’s easy to prep ahead for holiday dinners or potlucks.
The filling for this pie actually comes from my Gingerbread Dip recipe. It’s so good, I decided it deserved a crust and a little whipped cream on top. I usually go with a store-bought graham cracker crust because I’m all about keeping things simple. If you have time, a homemade gingersnap crust would be amazing here too. It’s festive, fast, and definitely a new favorite on our holiday dessert table.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese – Helps the filling set and adds a smooth, tangy base.
- Powdered sugar – Sweetens while keeping the texture soft.
- Brown sugar – Adds sweetness with mild molasses flavor.
- Unsulphured molasses – Gives classic gingerbread flavor.
- Vanilla extract – Adds warm, balanced flavor.
- Ground cinnamon – Brings warm holiday spice.
- Ground ginger – Adds bold, classic gingerbread spice.
- Ground nutmeg – Offers mild spice for balance.
- Ground cloves – Deepens the flavor with warm spice.
- Whipped topping (Cool Whip) – Makes the filling light and fluffy.
- Graham cracker crust – Adds a simple, sweet base.
- Whipped cream, optional – For topping before serving.
How to Make the No-Bake Holiday Pie
- Beat cream cheese and spices – In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar, brown sugar, molasses, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped topping – Gently fold in the Cool Whip until the filling is light and fluffy.
- Fill the crust – Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth out the top.
- Chill the pie – Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Serve – Top with whipped cream and gingerbread cookies if desired.
Variations and Substitutions
- Gingersnap crust – Swap the graham cracker crust for a homemade gingersnap crust for even more gingerbread flavor.
- Homemade whipped cream – Use freshly whipped cream in place of Cool Whip for a less processed option. The pie will have a slightly looser filling if using whipped cream.
- Mini pies – Divide the filling among mini graham cracker crusts for individual servings.
- Reduced spice – Cut back on the cloves or ginger if you prefer a milder spice blend.
Tips for Success
- Use room temperature cream cheese – Softened cream cheese blends more smoothly and prevents lumps in the filling.
- Fold gently – When adding the whipped topping, fold it in slowly to keep the texture light and airy.
- Chill long enough – Make sure to chill the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight, so it sets properly.
- Decorate just before serving – Add whipped cream and cookies right before serving to keep them from softening in the fridge.
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Gingerbread Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces brick-style cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses (not blackstrap)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- pinch ground cloves
- 1 (8-ounce) tub whipped topping thawed (Cool Whip)
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
- whipped cream optional for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, brown sugar, molasses, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Top with whipped cream and gingerbread cookies just before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For the best texture, add whipped cream and decorations just before serving.
- This pie is not ideal for freezing, as the texture of the filling may change once thawed.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated based on automated calculations and should be considered as an approximation. These estimates are provided as a courtesy. Please use your own brand’s nutritional values to verify accuracy.