Effortless No-Bake German Chocolate Pie for Christmas – Easy Holiday Dessert Recipe
This effortless no-bake German chocolate pie for Christmas is an easy holiday dessert recipe—rich chocolate filling topped with coconut and pecans, all in a buttery crust for a festive treat that requires no oven.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Saucepan
- Spatula
- Pie dish
- Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker or Oreo crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup melted chocolate (dark or semisweet)
- 1 cup whipped cream or prepared pudding base
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Optional garnishes: whipped cream, chocolate shavings, festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: Mix crumbs with melted butter. Press into pie dish. Chill to set.
- Make Filling: Blend cream cheese, melted chocolate, and whipped cream/pudding until smooth. Pour into crust.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 4–6 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Prepare Topping: In saucepan, combine condensed milk, sugar, and butter. Cook gently until thickened. Stir in coconut and pecans. Cool completely.
- Assemble: Spread cooled topping over chilled filling.
- Garnish: Add whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Mini pies in jars make charming individual servings.
- White chocolate version offers a snowy holiday look.
- Vegan option: use coconut cream and dairy-free chocolate.
- Gluten-free crust: almond flour + coconut oil.
- Freeze slices for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in fridge.
- Always cool coconut topping before spreading to avoid melting the filling.