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McDonald’s Holiday Pie Recipe

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This homemade McDonald’s Holiday Pie recipe replicates the festive and creamy dessert with a crispy golden crust filled with a smooth cream cheese and vanilla pudding mixture. Perfectly baked or air fried, these pies are finished with a sweet powdered sugar glaze and colorful Christmas sprinkles to add a cheerful holiday touch.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust and Filling

  • 4 9-inch uncooked pie crusts
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding
  • ¼ cup yellow or white dry cake mix
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons milk
  • Christmas sprinkles, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: If using an oven, preheat to 400°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking. For air fryer use, prepare by spraying the basket with cooking spray.
  2. Make the Pudding Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, dry cake mix, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and set aside to thicken slightly.
  3. Beat Cream Cheese: Using an electric mixer in a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gently fold the prepared pudding mixture into the cream cheese and blend until well combined for a smooth filling.
  4. Prepare Pie Crusts: Unroll each pie crust and trim off the rounded edges to form a large square. Cut each square in half to create rectangles suitable for folding over the filling.
  5. Fill and Seal Pies: Spoon the cream cheese filling into the center of each rectangle. Fold the dough over the filling to enclose it, then seal the edges by pressing with a fork to prevent leakage during cooking.
  6. Apply Egg Wash: Beat egg and water together in a small bowl and brush this mixture over the tops of the pies to achieve a golden brown finish after baking or air frying.
  7. Cook the Pies – Oven Method: Place the pies on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  8. Cook the Pies – Air Fryer Method: Place two pies at a time into the air fryer basket sprayed with cooking spray. Air fry at 350°F for 10 minutes. Repeat with remaining pies.
  9. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk to form a thick glaze. Add more milk if needed to achieve a drizzle-able consistency.
  10. Glaze and Decorate: Drizzle the glaze over the warm pies and sprinkle with Christmas sprinkles if desired for a festive finish. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier blending and a smoother filling.
  • Cutting off the rounded edges of the pie crust helps create better-shaped pies and prevents uneven baking.
  • The egg wash is optional but highly recommended for a golden, shiny crust.
  • You can adjust the glaze consistency by slowly adding milk to achieve the perfect drizzle.
  • Sprinkles add a fun holiday touch but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Air frying is a quicker alternative to baking and produces a similarly crispy crust.

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