Description

This Shamrock Shake Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert that captures the refreshing flavors of the classic shamrock shake in a creamy, minty pie form. Featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust and a smooth, vibrant green mint pudding filling blended with whipped topping, it’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any festive occasion. The pie is easy to make with simple ingredients and requires chilling to set, making it a cool and delicious treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

12 graham crackers
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ cup butter, melted

Filling

2½ cups cold milk
¼ teaspoon green food coloring
2 teaspoons mint extract
5.1 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix (1 box)
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed

Topping (optional)

Whipped cream
Maraschino cherries

Instructions

Prepare the crust: Grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or shortening. In a food processor, combine the graham crackers and brown sugar and blend until fine crumbs form. With the processor running at low speed, gradually add the melted butter until the mixture sticks together. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie dish. Place the crust in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
Mix the filling: In a large bowl, whisk the cold milk, green food coloring, and mint extract until the color is evenly distributed and the mixture is green. Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk continuously until the pudding starts to thicken. Allow it to rest for about 5 minutes to thicken further.
Combine whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until well combined and smooth. Then spoon the filling into the chilled graham cracker crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Freeze the pie: Place the pie in the freezer and chill for at least 6 hours, or until the filling is completely set and firm.
Serve: Before serving, optionally top with whipped cream and maraschino cherries for garnish. Serve the pie cold to enjoy the refreshing minty flavor.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat milk and whipped topping to achieve a creamy texture.
Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed before folding it into the pudding mixture.
You can substitute the mint extract with peppermint extract for a stronger mint flavor.
The green food coloring can be adjusted for intensity based on your preference.
If you prefer a firmer crust, extend freezing time before adding the filling.
Store leftover pie covered in the freezer, consume within 3-4 days for optimal freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Shamrock Shake Pie, mint pie, no-bake pie, graham cracker crust, instant pudding dessert, St. Patrick's Day dessert, mint pudding pie