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Frozen Coffee Cream Pie Recipe

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Frozen Coffee Cream Pie is a luscious no-bake dessert featuring a crisp graham cracker crust filled with smooth coffee-flavored pudding and creamy whipped coffee cream. Topped with coffee-infused whipped cream and chocolate covered espresso beans, this pie offers a perfect balance of rich coffee flavor and silky texture, ideal for coffee lovers wanting a refreshing cold treat.

Ingredients

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Pudding

  • 5 large egg yolks (lightly beaten)
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup strong cold brew coffee
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (cubed)

Crust

  • 2 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 tablespoons butter (melted)

Cream Pie Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot water

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • chocolate covered espresso beans (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pudding: In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, milk, and cold brew coffee until thoroughly combined. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt, then whisk in 1/2 cup of the milk mixture until smooth. Add the remaining milk mixture and whisk to combine.
  2. Cook the Pudding: Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly to prevent lumps or burning. Once the pudding reaches a boil, continue whisking and boiling for 1 more minute until thickened.
  3. Strain and Chill: Pour pudding through a fine mesh strainer to remove any cooked egg bits without pushing it through. Stir in the cubed butter until melted and combined. Cover the surface of the pudding with plastic wrap to prevent a skin and refrigerate until chilled and set.
  4. Make the Crust: Stir together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9 1/2-inch pie plate. Refrigerate while preparing filling.
  5. Prepare Cream Pie Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese on medium speed until creamy. Add 3/4 to 1 cup of the chilled pudding and mix until incorporated. Add the remaining pudding and beat until fully combined, scraping sides as needed.
  6. Whip Coffee-Flavored Cream: In a separate bowl, dissolve instant coffee granules in hot water, then add to the heavy cream along with powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat on high until stiff peaks form.
  7. Combine Filling and Whipped Cream: Fold one-third of the whipped cream into the cream cheese and pudding mixture using a hand mixer to gently combine. Repeat with the second and remaining third of whipped cream, folding carefully to maintain volume.
  8. Assemble Pie: Spread the filling evenly into the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top. Refrigerate or keep chilled while preparing the topping.
  9. Make Whipped Cream Topping: Dissolve instant coffee granules in hot water, then add to heavy cream along with powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a 1M tip.
  10. Decorate and Freeze: Pipe swirls of the coffee whipped cream atop the pie. Garnish with chocolate covered espresso beans. Place pie in the freezer until firm, then cover with plastic wrap.
  11. Serving: Serve the pie partially thawed (place in the fridge for 1 hour before serving) or frozen. Avoid fully thawing to prevent the pie from becoming runny.

Notes

  • Use strong cold brew coffee for a more pronounced coffee flavor without bitterness.
  • Be sure to whisk the pudding constantly over medium heat to avoid lumps and burning.
  • Plastic wrap on the pudding’s surface prevents formation of a skin during chilling.
  • Folding the whipped cream gently into the filling preserves the airy texture.
  • Partial thawing is recommended to maintain sliceability and texture of the frozen pie.
  • Chocolate covered espresso beans provide a visually appealing garnish and extra coffee kick.

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