Grasshopper Pie
Grasshopper Pie is a refreshing, no-bake dessert with a cool minty cream filling in a chocolate cookie crust, topped with chocolate for a light yet indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (plus 3–4 hours chill time)
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
- 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
- 1 tablespoon crème de menthe (optional)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or grated chocolate
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined and resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish. Refrigerate to chill while making the filling.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add mint extract, crème de menthe (if using), and green food coloring. Mix until evenly blended.
- Gently fold in whipped cream or whipped topping and powdered sugar until light and creamy.
- Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips or grated chocolate on top.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 3–4 hours or overnight until firm.
Notes
Use graham cracker crust for a lighter variation.Add a layer of chocolate ganache for a richer dessert.Use peppermint extract if you prefer a stronger mint flavor.Make mini pies using tart pans or cups for individual servings.Chill overnight for best texture and easy slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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