Description
This No-Bake Chocolate M&M Pie is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring a rich chocolate cookie crust, a creamy chocolate hazelnut filling, and a fun topping of colorful M&Ms. Perfect for chocolate lovers who want a fuss-free, refrigerator-set treat that’s ready in just a few hours without any baking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreo or chocolate graham crackers)
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup chocolate hazelnut spread (Nutella) or melted chocolate chips
Topping
- 1 cup M&Ms (regular, peanut, or seasonal varieties)
- Optional: Whipped cream or melted chocolate drizzle for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the back of a spoon to smooth it out. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Whip the cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Make the cream cheese mixture: In another bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold whipped cream into cream cheese: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, keeping it light and airy.
- Add chocolate hazelnut spread: Stir in chocolate hazelnut spread (or melted chocolate) until fully incorporated, creating a smooth chocolate filling.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the chocolate filling into the chilled crust, spreading it evenly. Smooth the top and tap the pie dish gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
- Chill the pie: Refrigerate for at least 4 to 6 hours or overnight until the filling is set and firm.
- Add the topping: Once set, arrange M&Ms evenly over the top, pressing them lightly into the filling.
- Optional garnish: Pipe whipped cream around the edges or drizzle melted chocolate over the top for an extra decorative touch.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy this fun and delicious no-bake chocolate dessert!
Notes
- Use regular or peanut M&Ms depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- For a nut-free option, use regular M&Ms and avoid peanut varieties.
- If you don’t have chocolate cookie crumbs, you can crush chocolate sandwich cookies or chocolate graham crackers finely.
- The pie needs sufficient chilling time to set properly; overnight chilling is recommended for best texture.
- This pie is easily customizable with different mix-ins or toppings like crushed nuts or additional chocolate chips.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for optimal freshness.
