Eggnog Pie with Gingerbread Crust
Eggnog pie with a gingerbread crust is a festive holiday dessert that’s creamy, spiced, and full of nostalgic flavor. A smooth, eggnog-based filling sets in a buttery, crunchy gingerbread cookie crust for a dessert that’s both simple and elegant. It’s ideal for entertaining and can be made ahead for stress-free holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for crust only)
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (with brief baking for crust)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the gingerbread crust:
- Gingerbread cookies (crushed into crumbs)
- Butter (melted)
- Brown sugar (optional, depending on cookie sweetness)
- For the eggnog filling:
- Eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- Instant vanilla pudding mix
- Whipped topping (or real whipped cream)
- Ground nutmeg
- Ground cinnamon (optional)
- Optional toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Crushed gingerbread cookies
- Freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter (and sugar if needed) and press into a pie dish.
- Bake crust for 8–10 minutes and let cool completely.
- Whisk eggnog and pudding mix until thickened.
- Fold in whipped topping and spices until smooth and fluffy.
- Pour into cooled crust, smooth the top, and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with whipped cream and crushed cookies before serving.
Notes
- Sub graham crackers with added ginger/cinnamon if no gingerbread cookies are on hand.
- Mix in a bit of cream cheese for a tangier, richer filling.
- Add crushed pecans to the crust for extra texture.
- Decorate with sugared cranberries or white chocolate for a festive finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/eggnog-pie-with-gingerbread-crust/
