Instructions

Prepare the crust

Crush the cookies into fine crumbs.

Mix with the melted butter until combined.

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan.

Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

Make the filling

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.

In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.

Add peppermint extract, vanilla, and crushed candies.

Stir in a drop of red food coloring if desired.

Assemble the pie

Spread the filling evenly into the prepared crust.

Smooth the top with a spatula.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Add the toppings

Just before serving, garnish with whipped cream.

Sprinkle crushed candy canes and chocolate shavings on top.