Description
This Root Beer Float Pie is a creamy, no-bake dessert that captures the nostalgic flavors of a root beer float in pie form! With a fluffy root beer-infused filling nestled inside a buttery graham cracker crust, it’s the ultimate treat for root beer lovers. Garnished with whipped cream, cherries, and crushed root beer barrel candy, this pie is as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- ¾ cup root beer
- ½ cup milk
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (4-serving size)
- 1–2 tablespoons root beer extract (adjust to taste)
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 prepared graham cracker crust
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Cherries
- Crushed root beer barrel candy
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Filling
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the root beer, milk, and vanilla pudding mix until the mixture begins to thicken (about 2-3 minutes).
Step 2: Add the Root Beer Flavor
- Stir in the root beer extract, starting with 1 tablespoon and adding more to taste if desired.
Step 3: Fold in the Cool Whip
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until the filling is smooth and fluffy. Be careful not to overmix to keep the texture light and airy.
Step 4: Assemble the Pie
- Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
Step 5: Chill the Pie
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until fully set.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, cherries, and crushed root beer barrel candy for the perfect finishing touch. Slice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Root Beer Float Pie, no-bake dessert