Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Brownie Pie: A brownie pie topped with white chocolate cheesecake and peppermint bark is sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
Right now we are living in a winter wonderland. The last few days it has snowed quite a bit. The ground is covered in fluffy white, and the trees are glistening with the snow. It looks beautiful...but can I be honest with you? I am a snow hater. (Ducks as invisible snowballs are hurled)
Oh, I kind of like it at this time of year. Who doesn't want to wake up on Christmas morning to a white winter wonderland. But then it can melt 😉 But alas, I am in for a long few months of cold and ice and cold and snowy days...and did I mention cold?
The older I get the less I can handle being cold. Although at least being cold, you can put layers and layers of clothes on and sit in front of a space heater. I've got one blasting at my feet right now. When you are hot, there is only so much you can take off. So, I guess that is one bright spot to being cold. Bring on the layers.
I love to bake in layers too. These brownie cheesecake pies are starting to become a regular around here. So, I just knew I had to come up with a fun holiday version.
Brownie, cheesecake, Cool Whip, and peppermint bark. It is Christmas joy in one bite.
I even decorated it with layers. This peppermint bark is so easy to make. Melt chocolate chips and spread on a prepared pan. Let it set and top it with melted white chips. A fun sprinkle of crushed candy canes gives it the holiday touch.
Go ahead and break the bark into bite sized pieces...and yes, snack on some while you do this. You will have enough to bake in the cheesecake, decorate the top, and snack some more while you wait for it to cool. Maybe even wrap it up in a gift bag and hand it out to someone just to say thank you.
Of course I recommend you taking them a slice of this Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Brownie Pie too. They will love you even more. Then sit and chat about the weather and the holidays.
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Recipe
Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Brownie Pie
A brownie pie topped with peppermint bark cheesecake is a delicious way to end any holiday meal.
Ingredients
For the Peppermint Bark
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon shortening, divided
- ¼ cup crushed candy cane pieces
For the Pie
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
- 1 box brownie mix for a 9x13 pan
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup oil
- 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon shortening
- 1 - 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
Instructions
- Place a piece of parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
- Place the dark chocolate chips and ½ teaspoon shortening in a glass bowl. Heat for 30 seconds in the microwave. Stir and repeat. Stir until creamy.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly into a 11x7 rectangle. Let set.
- Repeat with the white chocolate chips and spread over the set chocolate. Sprinkle with the candy canes. Let set. Break into bite sized pieces and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°. Press the pie crust into a 9.5 inch deep dish pie plate according to the package directions. Set aside.
- Mix the brownie mix, water, oil, and egg together. Spread in the bottom of the pie crust. Bake for 30 minutes.
- While the brownie is baking, beat the cream cheese, egg, and sugar until creamy.
- Melt the white chocolate chips and shortening in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir until creamy.
- Beat into the cream cheese mixture. Stir in 1 cup peppermint bark pieces.
- When the brownie is done baking, spread the cheesecake mixture on top gently. Cover the edges of the pie crust with foil or a pie shield. Bake for another 25-30 minutes.
- Let the pie cool on a wire rack for 2 hours, then refrigerate until completely chilled.
- When the pie is completely cool, spread the Cool Whip on top. Decorate the edges of the pie with more peppermint bark. Keep refrigerated until serving.
Notes
*If you don't want to make your own peppermint bark, feel free to use any peppermint bark chocolate candy bars that you find at the grocery store. Just chop them into bite sized pieces.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 464Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 164mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 1gSugar: 30gProtein: 5g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
More peppermint treats for any holiday parties:
Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Cake
Sandy Simon
Do you use a deep dish pie shell or regular?
Jocelyn Brubaker
I used a refrigerated Pillsbury pie crust in a regular 10 inch pie dish.
Melissa Merritt
Just a question... After it's all done baking, what is the texture supposed to be like, I've had it baking for 30 plus min and it doesn't seem to be getting done??
Jocelyn Brubaker
You bake the brownies 30 minutes and then add the cheesecake and bake another 30 minutes. It will seem gooey but it will set up as it cools.
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen
Yes, yes, and yes!!!!! I love every part of this fantastic pie Jocelyn!! -especially the cheesecake part!! Dropping in from Wake Up Wednesdays!! 🙂
Jelli
Jocelyn, you're known in my house as the lady who puts all sorts of desserts together in one and you've done it again with such flair! I always show my husband the yummy treats you make that I've got on my to-do list so he knows exactly who I'm talking about 🙂 Thanks for even more holiday inspiration. Lady, you're a creative culinary genius! I'd weigh 600 pounds if I lived in your house.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hahaha! That's awesome that I have a dessert reputation in your house! I love it!
Kelly
This pie looks amazing Jocelyn! Love all the peppermint and chocolate layers - yum!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Kelly!
Julianne @ Beyond Frosting
Holy amazing dessert overload. Wow, just wow.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hahaha! That's how I felt about this pie too 🙂
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain
Oh I love the snow but I could do without all the ice! Blegh. Oh well. I guess it gives me an excuse to stay in and whip up this decadent cheesecake! 😀
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain
Teehee i love the snow as well but I can do without all the ice!! Ugh. Though I guess I can just stay in and whip up this amazingly decadent cheesecake! 😀
Jocelyn Brubaker
Stay in sounds so much better. Who needs snow and ice when we can bake amazing goodies instead?
Carrie @ Bakeaholic Mama
WOW! This is a slice of delicious heaven.
Jocelyn Brubaker
You said it perfectly! It is pie heaven 🙂
Tieghan
So many layers of deliciousness! Love it, Jocelyn! 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Tieghan!
Erin | The Emerging Foodie
Wow! This is so intense (so many delicious layers!!) but so wonderful! Putting me in the Christmas spirit just with your desserts, Jocelyn! 😉 I'm so glad Christmas is about Jesus and not desserts! Haha, but really--this is amazing!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Intense, yes. Delicious, heck yes! I am so glad Christmas is for Jesus too! Best part of the season!!!
Jenn@eatcakefordinner
I love the snow, but I don't love driving in it. This pie looks fabulous.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Driving in snow is the worst! I could do without that too! LOL!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
Soooo yummy! I made a peppermint pie this weekend for tomorrow. I love that you used cheesecake!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Dorothy!
Emily @ Life on Food
All my favorites things right in one dessert. Love it!!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Emily!
Lashes and Dashes
Love this recipe! It looks delish! I would love for you to check out my Peppermint Roll Recipe, I think you will love it! http://lashesanddashes.wordpress.com/2013/12/15/peppermint-roll/
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you!
Stephanie @ PlainChicken
I'm going to be sad when December is over - loving all these peppermint recipes!
Jocelyn Brubaker
I will be sad to move onto another flavor...the peppermint train has lasted for a while!
Samantha @ Five Heart Home
Good gracious, Jocelyn...do you ever run out of fabulous chocolate peppermint dessert ideas?! This one is particularly festive...love it!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hahaha! I am totally starting to slow down on the peppermint ideas...in fact my brain has done a 180 and I'm now onto coconut and cherry everything! Life of a food blogger!
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life
Girl, you rock the brownie cheesecake pies! Don't stop with the peppermint either! 🙂 Looks so so amazing. And your bokeh lighting is fabulous!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Believe me the brownie cheesecake pie will keep going on 🙂
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)
This is such an awesome concept! Pinning!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you so much Jocelyn!
Trish - Mom On Timeout
Dang girl! This is one heck of a pie!! Layers and layers of awesome flavors and texture - YUMMO!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Trish! It was one spectacular pie for sure!