Minty Mocha Delight

Ingredients

Fresh mint leaves

a handful for garnish

Chocolate shavings

2 tablespoons for garnish

Whipped cream

1 cup

Peppermint extract

1 teaspoon

Powdered sugar

1/2 cup

Cream cheese

1 (8-ounce) package, softened

Hot water

2 tablespoons

Instant coffee

1 tablespoon

Butter

1/2 cup, melted

Chocolate cookies

2 cups, crushed

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
2. Dissolve the instant coffee in hot water in a small bowl, stirring until fully dissolved. Let it cool.
3. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Gradually add the cooled coffee mixture to the cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until the ingredients are fully blended.
5. Spread the mocha mint filling evenly over the chilled cookie crust. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
6. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is set and firm.
7. Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream. Garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh mint leaves for a visually stunning presentation.
8. Slice the chilled pie into equal portions and serve. Enjoy!