Brandy Alexander Pie
Brandy Alexander Pie is a rich, no-bake dessert pie inspired by the classic Brandy Alexander cocktail. It typically features a chocolate cookie crust filled with a creamy mixture of brandy, crème de cacao, and whipped cream, often set with gelatin. The dessert is a popular holiday or special occasion treat, particularly in North America.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a very high-fat and high-sugar dessert, with minimal protein or fiber. A single slice provides a significant calorie load, primarily from saturated fat and added sugars, with small amounts of calcium and alcohol from the brandy.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 27 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 IU |
| Alcohol | ~4 g |
Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The pie is a literal translation of a cocktail into dessert form, making it a unique example of 'boozy baking.' Its no-bake nature and reliance on gelatin for structure are key to its signature smooth, mousse-like texture.
