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Grasshopper Pie Recipe

Grasshopper Pie Recipe

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free cookies used)

Description

Enjoy a creamy and refreshing Grasshopper Pie featuring a vibrant mint-flavored filling and a crispy chocolate cookie crust. This easy-to-make dessert combines smooth cream cheese, whipped topping, and a hint of crème de menthe, all enhanced by a signature pastel green color and topped with chocolate shavings. Perfect for any occasion—from festive parties to casual gatherings—this pie offers a delightful balance of cool mint and rich chocolate in every bite.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Cookie Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate wafer cookies
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter

Mint-Chocolate Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon crème de menthe extract (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped topping (e.g., whipped cream or Cool Whip)
  • Few drops green food coloring

Garnish

  • Chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips
  • Melted chocolate drizzle (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chocolate Crust: Crush chocolate wafer cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to set.
  2. Whip the Filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and crème de menthe extract (if using), mixing well. Fold in whipped topping gently along with a few drops of green food coloring until evenly combined and tinted.
  3. Assemble the Pie: Pour the mint filling into the chilled chocolate crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, allowing the filling to firm up and flavors to meld.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, decorate the top with chocolate shavings, mini chocolate chips, or a drizzle of melted chocolate. Slice and enjoy this cool, creamy dessert.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling without lumps.
  • Fold in whipped topping gently to preserve the light, airy texture.
  • Chill the pie thoroughly for clean slices and optimum flavor.
  • Adjust powdered sugar to taste before assembling.
  • The pie tastes even better after a day in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake, Refrigeration
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Grasshopper Pie, Mint Pie, Chocolate Mint Dessert, No Bake Pie, Easy Dessert, Refreshing Pie

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