Description
Shamrock Shake Pie is a refreshing, no-bake dessert inspired by the classic minty Shamrock Shake. Made with vanilla instant pudding, cool whip, and mint extract, this creamy green pie comes together quickly and sets in a graham cracker crust, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a cool, minty treat.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups skim milk
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed (or homemade cool whip)
- 1/2 tsp mint extract
- 16 drops green food coloring
Crust
- 1 store-bought graham cracker crust
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla instant pudding mix and skim milk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 2 minutes.
- Add remaining ingredients: Fold in the thawed Cool Whip, mint extract, and green food coloring carefully until the filling is evenly green and well combined.
- Fill the crust: Pour the pudding mixture into the pre-made graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill the pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight until it is completely set and chilled through.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled. Optionally garnish with additional whipped cream and a cherry on top for classic presentation.
Notes
- The calorie count is calculated using full-fat Cool Whip; using Lite Cool Whip will reduce calories slightly.
- Ensure the pudding has fully thickened before mixing in the cool whip to achieve the best texture.
- The pie must be refrigerated for several hours to set properly and achieve a creamy, sliceable consistency.
- This dessert contains dairy and is not suitable for vegan diets.
- You can adjust the green food coloring quantity to your preferred shade of green.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 299
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 1mg
