Mint Patty Pie Recipe ๐ฅง
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Yield: 1 pie
Ingredients:
- 1 package sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 1/3 cups dry milk powder
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup Cool Whip Lite or Free, thawed
- 3/4 cup Cool Whip Lite or Free, thawed
- 3-4 drops mint extract
- Few drops green food coloring
- 1 reduced-fat chocolate pie crust
- 1 tablespoon miniature chocolate chips
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a medium bowl, combine the dry pudding mix and dry milk powder. |
| 2 | Add 2/3 cup water and mix well using a wire whisk until smooth. Alternatively, you can put the mixture in a container with a tight lid and shake until mixed. |
| 3 | Blend in 1/4 cup of Cool Whip until fully incorporated. |
| 4 | Pour the pudding mixture into the chocolate pie crust and spread evenly. |
| 5 | Refrigerate the pie while you prepare the topping. |
| 6 | In a small bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 cup of Cool Whip, mint extract, and green food coloring. Mix until the color is uniform and the mixture is fluffy. |
| 7 | Spread the topping mixture over the set pudding filling in the pie crust. |
| 8 | Sprinkle miniature chocolate chips evenly over the top of the pie. |
| 9 | Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour before serving. |
| 10 | Slice, serve, and enjoy the refreshing and delicious Mint Patty Pie! |
Recipe Notes:
- This delightful dessert is perfect for summer days, as it’s light, cool, and refreshing.
- The combination of the rich chocolate pudding with a hint of mint is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of mint extract and food coloring to suit your taste preferences.
- If you prefer a frozen treat, you can pop the pie into the freezer instead of the refrigerator.
- You can also customize the toppings by adding a drizzle of chocolate syrup or a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 205
- Total Fat: 8.6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9g
- Cholesterol: 2.4mg
- Sodium: 511.1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 27.8g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.2g
- Total Sugars: 13g
- Protein: 5.6g
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
The Mint Patty Pie is a delightful blend of creamy chocolate pudding and refreshing mint flavor, all nestled in a chocolate pie crust. ๐ซ๐ It’s incredibly easy to make, taking just 10 minutes of prep time before it chills to perfection.
The pudding filling sets beautifully, creating a smooth and luscious texture that contrasts wonderfully with the crunchy chocolate chips on top. ๐ The hint of mint adds a refreshing zing, making this pie perfect for hot summer days or whenever you’re craving a cool and sweet treat.
Whether you’re serving it up at a family gathering, potluck, or simply as a special dessert for yourself, this Mint Patty Pie is sure to impress. Plus, being sugar-free, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that can be enjoyed by diabetics and non-diabetics alike.
So go ahead, whip up this delightful pie, refrigerate (or freeze) until set, and savor each cool and minty bite! ๐ฅงโจ
