Indulge in the sumptuous blend of mint and chocolate with this homemade Low-Carb Mint Pie recipe. Perfect for dessert aficionados, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a delightful treat that’s both comforting and gratifying. Relish the rich flavors of creamy filling and crunchy crust in every mouthful
Ingredients:
- 4.5 ounces of HighKey brownie bites (alternatives mentioned in tips)
- ¼ cup of melted butter
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk (can substitute with hemp milk or another low-carb milk)
- 2 teaspoons of grass-fed gelatin
- 2 teaspoons of peppermint extract
- Natural green food coloring
- 1¼ cups of heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup of Swerve Confectioners or other powdered sweetener
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Sugar-free chocolate syrup
- Additional whipped cream
- Additional chocolate cookies
Directions:
Crust:
- Crush the chocolate cookies in a food processor until they’re finely crumbled. Transfer them to a 9-inch pie plate and mix in the melted butter until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate. If the pan is deep, go about two-thirds of the way up. Place the crust in the freezer while preparing the filling.
Filling:
- Pour almond milk into a small saucepan and sprinkle gelatin over the surface. Let it sit for a few minutes to bloom, then heat over medium heat, whisking until it’s almost simmering and the gelatin dissolves.
- Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract and enough green food coloring for a light green hue. Allow it to cool for 20 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine whipping cream with powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and a bit more green food coloring. Beat until stiff peaks form.
- Add the cooled gelatin mixture and beat on low until thoroughly combined. Pour this mixture into the chilled crust and refrigerate until firm, approximately 3 hours.
Garnish:
- Drizzle chocolate syrup over the pie or pipe whipped cream on top. Sprinkle with additional cookies or cookie crumbs if desired.
Tips:
- Store the pie tightly covered in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for several months.
- For sweetener alternatives, ensure they are powdered to avoid grittiness. Allulose may result in a softer filling that takes longer to set.