Amazing 15-min No Bake eggnog pie

Oh, the holidays! They are packed with magic, but let’s be honest, sometimes the pressure to serve a show-stopping dessert feels like just another thing on the stress list. That’s exactly why I created this recipe. When I first started cooking, trying to please everyone while balancing a corporate schedule, I craved simplicity that didn’t sacrifice flavor. This **eggnog pie** is the answer! It is wonderfully creamy, requires absolutely zero oven time, and tastes exactly like the festive spirit in a slice. Trust me, this Pure Cooking Joy approach means you get maximum wow-factor with minimal fuss, letting you actually enjoy your party!

Why This No Bake Eggnog Pie is Your Best Holiday Treat

Listen, when you’re juggling lights, guests, and cooking a huge meal, the last thing you want is a baked dessert to steal oven space and your time. That’s why this **eggnog pie** recipe is the ultimate holiday hero. It checks every box for easy entertaining!

• No Oven Dessert: Seriously, we skip the oven entirely! More room for the turkey, right?
• Creamy Eggnog Pie: The filling sets up perfectly in the fridge—velvety, cold, and just dreamy.
• Make Ahead Pie: You can whip this up the day before. It tastes even better after a long set time!
• Easy Eggnog Dessert: Prep takes maybe fifteen minutes total. It’s truly fuss-free holiday magic.

Ingredients for the Ultimate Creamy Eggnog Pie

Okay, for this amazing **eggnog pie**, we keep the ingredient list short and sweet. No hunting down twenty specialty items! Everything here is designed to come together quickly so you can get it chilling fast. Remember, what you see is what you get—no hidden baking steps, just pure, creamy goodness.

Graham Cracker Crust Components

This base is sturdy, buttery, and takes about five minutes to press together. You want simple flavors to let that eggnog shine through!

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (Don’t crush them too fine, we like a little texture!)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (For rounding out the crumbs)
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (Make sure this is fully melted so it binds well)

No Bake Eggnog Pie Filling Ingredients

This is where the magic happens! Everything must be cold for the whipped cream step to work properly, so keep your heavy cream in the fridge until the very last minute.

• 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix (The secret lifesaver for no-bake desserts!)
• 1 1/2 cups cold eggnog (Use good quality—it makes a difference!)
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold (Must, must, *must* be cold)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (For sweetening the homemade whipped topping)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, for garnish (Or more if you’re feeling festive!)

Step-by-Step Instructions for Your No Bake Eggnog Pie

I know you want to dive right into licking the spoon, but patience here pays huge dividends! Following these order steps exactly ensures your **eggnog pie** sets up beautifully, staying creamy without ever turning soupy. Since there’s no baking involved, the chilling process is our most important tool for success.

Preparing the Graham Cracker Crust Pie Base

First things first, we get that foundation ready. Grab a medium bowl and mix your graham cracker crumbs with that 1/4 cup of sugar. Now, pour in the melted butter and stir it thoroughly. You want it to look like wet sand—evenly moistened, but not swimming in butter. Press that mixture firmly into your 9-inch pie plate. Really pack it down on the bottom and up the sides. Then, pop the whole plate into the freezer while you whip up the filling. This quick freeze helps lock the crust shape in place before the wet filling goes in.

Creating the Creamy Eggnog Pie Filling

Time for the heavy lifting—which is really just whisking! In a large bowl, start whipping the instant vanilla pudding mix together with the 1 1/2 cups of cold eggnog. Whisk it fast for about two minutes until it really starts to thicken up. Let that sit for five minutes to firm up even more. While that rests, grab a separate, super clean bowl and whip your cold heavy cream until you get soft peaks. Slowly add the powdered sugar and keep mixing until you have stiff peaks—you want it fluffy! Now, gently fold about a third of that whipped cream into your thicker eggnog mixture to loosen it up. Then, delicately fold in the rest of the whipped cream. Be gentle here, we want to keep all those lovely air bubbles in there for that light, easy entertaining texture.

Assembling and Chilling the Eggnog Pie Recipe

That crust should be nice and cold by now. Pour all that beautiful, thick eggnog filling right into the chilled crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top so it looks nice before it sets. Then, cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap—don’t let it touch the top! And here is the crucial part for our **eggnog pie** to hold its shape: it needs to chill. Refrigerate it for a minimum of six hours, but honestly, overnight is best. It ensures that custard sets up perfectly solid.

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Tips for the Best Ever Eggnog Pie Success

I want your first try at this **eggnog pie** to be absolutely legendary. Since this is a no-bake recipe, temperature management is just as important as mixing, sometimes even more so! Getting these little details right means you skip the heartbreak of a runny pie.

The very first rule, which I stressed above but can’t say enough, is that your heavy whipping cream has to be freezing cold. That means keeping the bowl and the whisk attachment in the freezer for about ten minutes before you start whipping. Cold cream traps air faster, giving you those stiff peaks without taking forever. If it warms up halfway through, you’ll end up with soupy cream, and nobody wants a sad, soupy pie.

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Also, the quality of your eggnog really shines through here because it’s the star! If you have access to a really rich, high-quality dairy eggnog, use it. It makes a huge difference in the final flavor of the **eggnog pie**. On that note, if you’re making this for an adult party—and who isn’t during the holidays?—this is the perfect dessert to sneak in a little something extra.

Try stirring in about a quarter cup of good brandy or dark rum when you mix the pudding and the eggnog together. It deepens the spice notes beautifully and cuts the sweetness just a tiny bit. Just remember to taste as you go, because you’re adding booze, not just water!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions for Your Eggnog Pie

Let’s talk about the powerhouse ingredients that make this **eggnog pie** work so perfectly without turning on the heat. The reason we rely on that little packet of instant vanilla pudding mix is simple: structure! It contains stabilizers that help the pie firm up beautifully in the fridge, which is something regular milk or cream just can’t do on its own for a no-bake dessert. Don’t substitute it unless you’re prepared to tamper with gelatin, and honestly, why add stress during the holidays?

Now, for flavor boosts, I love suggesting a little upgrade. Since this is a festive treat, if you are serving adults, definitely treat yourself! Stirring about a quarter cup of good quality brandy or dark rum into the initial eggnog and pudding mix will make your **eggnog pie** next level rich. It adds that classic boozy depth you expect from the holiday drink. Just make sure your eggnog base is nice and cold when you start, okay?

Make Ahead Pie Storage and Serving Suggestions

This is truly the ultimate make ahead pie! Because the filling sets up entirely in the cold, this **eggnog pie** is best prepared the day before you need it. Seriously, wrap it up loosely with plastic wrap—make sure the wrap isn’t touching the surface—and let it chill in the fridge for a good long while. Overnight is perfect. Overnight guarantees that filling is totally firm and sliceable.

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When you are ready to serve this festive custard pie, pull it out about ten minutes before slicing. The only thing left to do is that gorgeous final touch we talked about: a generous dusting of ground nutmeg right over the top. That’s it! No last-minute whisking, no oven monitoring. Just pure, simple holiday joy.

Frequently Asked Questions About No Bake Eggnog Pie

Since this is such a popular **Christmas dessert**, people always have great questions about making sure it comes out perfectly creamy! I’ve gathered the ones I hear most often about making this **Simple Holiday Treat**. If you want to see more of my fuss-free philosophy, check out more of my tips over on the blog!

Can I use homemade custard instead of pudding mix in this No Bake Eggnog Pie?

That’s a great question! If you want that classic thick, velvety texture without turning on the oven, I really suggest you stick with the instant pudding mix. If you try to make a traditional cooked custard, you would have to add a significant amount of gelatin to help it set firm enough in the fridge. Honestly, that’s adding a whole other recipe layer, and we are aiming for easy! The pudding mix is my secret weapon for this **Easy Eggnog Dessert** because it does all the heavy lifting for structure.

How far in advance can I prepare this Easy Eggnog Dessert?

This is designed to be a make-ahead winner! I find that chilling it overnight—a full 12 hours—gives the **Creamy Eggnog Pie** the absolute best, firmest slice. You can safely make it up to a day and a half ahead of time, but keep it well covered in the fridge. Any longer than that, and while it won’t spoil, the graham cracker crust might start absorbing a tiny bit of moisture from the filling, which we want to avoid!

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Is this a good Quick Christmas Dessert option?

It’s quick prep, but it needs a long chill. Think of it this way: the active time really is fast—only about 15 minutes of mixing! Which is super quick. However, this **Festive Custard Pie** requires that 6-hour minimum chill time. So, if you are looking for a dessert you can mix up right after dinner one night to serve the next day, absolutely! It truly shines as a **Make Ahead Pie** for that reason. You won’t be stressed on Christmas day!

Nutritional Estimates for Your Festive Custard Pie

I always feel like sharing the nutritional estimates is just part of being transparent with you all. Since I’m not a registered dietitian—I’m just a home cook who discovered joy in simple recipes!—please take these numbers with a grain of salt. These figures are a general guide calculated based on the ingredients I listed above and standard measurements. If you add that extra splash of rum, or use a different brand of eggnog, things will shift!

This **Festive Custard Pie** uses butter and cream, so while it’s a fantastic treat, we know it’s not exactly diet food! But hey, it’s the holidays, and we deserve a slice of this amazing **No Bake Eggnog Pie**!

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Sugar: 28g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 65mg

Remember, these estimates are for one generous slice of this **Creamy Eggnog Pie**. We aim for flavor first, but it’s good to know what you’re working with so you can save room for seconds!

Share Your Simple Holiday Treats

I truly hope this **eggnog pie** becomes a staple for your family, just like my favorite comfort foods are in my kitchen now. Believe me, when you find a recipe that tastes this incredible without turning on the oven, you want to shout it from the rooftops! That’s why I need your help spreading the good word about easy entertaining.

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If you give this recipe a whirl—and I know you will, because who can resist a creamy, make-ahead holiday dessert?—please come back here and tell me all about it in the comments below. Did you add the brandy? Did your family love this **Simple Holiday Treat**?

Rating the recipe helps other folks who are stressed about holiday cooking trust that this recipe works. And if you can snap a picture, I would absolutely love to see your **Festive Custard Pie**! You can tag me over on Facebook. It really brightens my day to see how my recipes are bringing joy to your tables. Find us here: Pure Cooking Joy on Facebook. Happy holidays, and enjoy every single slice!

Super Creamy No-Bake Eggnog Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

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Make this simple, creamy No-Bake Eggnog Pie for your next holiday gathering. It uses everyday ingredients to create a festive, make-ahead dessert that requires no oven time.

• Author: purejoyalex
• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 0 min
• Total Time: 6 hr 15 min
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No Bake
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 1/2 cups cold eggnog
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
2. Make the filling base: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 1 1/2 cups of cold eggnog until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes to set further.
3. Prepare the whipped topping: In a separate, clean bowl, beat the 1 cup of cold heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
4. Combine the filling: Gently fold about one-third of the whipped topping into the thickened eggnog mixture to lighten it. Then, fold in the remaining whipped topping until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Assemble the pie: Pour the creamy eggnog filling into the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Chill: Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until the pie is completely firm.
7. Serve: Before serving, sprinkle the top of the pie evenly with ground nutmeg. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

• This pie is excellent for make-ahead entertaining; prepare it a day before your party.
• If you are looking for easy entertaining ideas that save time, this no-bake recipe fits well alongside services like meal planning guides.
• For a richer flavor, you can substitute 1/4 cup of the eggnog with a complementary liqueur, such as brandy or rum.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 28g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0.5g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 4g
• Cholesterol: 65mg