Description
Indulge in the festive cheer of White Chocolate Candy Cane Pie, a delightful dessert that brings together the creamy richness of white chocolate and the refreshing zing of peppermint. Nestled in a sugar cookie crust and topped with fluffy whipped coconut cream, this gluten-free and dairy-free pie is perfect for any holiday gathering or cozy family celebration. With its eye-catching presentation adorned with candy canes, it’s sure to impress guests and become a seasonal favorite. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this dessert is an invitation to savor every festive moment.
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsp coconut oil (melted)
- ¾ cup coconut sugar
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¼ cup tapioca flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 Tbsp red and green sprinkles (plus more for decorating)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 16 oz dairy-free cream cheese (softened)
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Whipped coconut cream for topping
- Crushed candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, and coconut sugar until well mixed.
- Fold in almond flour, tapioca flour, and baking soda until incorporated. Add sprinkles gently.
- Grease a 9-inch springform pan, press the dough into the bottom and up the sides, then bake for 20-24 minutes until golden.
- Melt white chocolate chips over low heat; set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese, coconut sugar, and peppermint extract until creamy.
- Mix in melted white chocolate until smooth; pour into cooled crust.
- Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
- Before serving, top with whipped coconut cream and garnish with crushed candy canes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or using different flavored extracts like vanilla or almond. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling consistency.