Introduction: The Holiday Pie That Brings Instant Joy
If you’re searching for a Christmas dessert that is fun, festive, and unbelievably easy to make, No-Bake Grinch Pie is the perfect choice. With its fluffy white-chocolate filling, vibrant green swirls, and heart-shaped sprinkles inspired by the famous holiday character, this pie delivers holiday cheer in every bite.
This no-bake dessert takes only minutes to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and looks stunning on any Christmas table. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, bringing a dessert to a holiday party, or creating treats with kids, this Grinch Pie will absolutely steal the show — in the sweetest way possible!
🥧 Ingredients for No-Bake Grinch Pie
For the Filling
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1 box white chocolate pudding mix
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½ container Cool Whip, thawed
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1 ½ cups cold milk (for mixing pudding – recommended)
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Optional: green food coloring (to swirl into the mixture)
For the Red Cookie Crust
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2 cups crushed red-dyed cookies or red velvet Oreos
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6 tablespoons melted butter
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2 tablespoons sugar (optional for extra sweetness)
For Decoration
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Green whipped topping
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Red and green heart sprinkles
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Additional Cool Whip for piping
🍰 How to Make No-Bake Grinch Pie (Step-by-Step)
Step 1 – Make the Vibrant Red Crust
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Crush the cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
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Mix the crumbs with melted butter until fully coated.
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Press the mixture firmly into a pie dish, forming an even crust.
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Place the crust in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
Tip: Press firmly with the back of a spoon to prevent crumbling when slicing.
Step 2 – Prepare the Creamy Grinch Filling
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In a mixing bowl, combine the white chocolate pudding mix with cold milk.
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Whisk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
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Fold in Cool Whip gently to create a fluffy texture.
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Optional: Add 1–2 drops of green food coloring and swirl lightly — do not overmix if you want a marble effect.
Step 3 – Assemble the Pie
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Pour the filling into the prepared red crust.
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Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Pipe decorative green whipped topping around the edges or on top.
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Add red and green heart sprinkles generously.
This is what gives the pie that iconic “Grinch-themed” Christmas look!
Step 4 – Chill Before Serving
Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible.
This allows the filling to fully set and become perfectly sliceable.