Grasshopper Pie Recipe
Savor the refreshing taste of this no-bake Grasshopper Pie, featuring a creamy mint filling in a rich chocolate crust. Ideal for parties and gatherings, this pie is easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 chocolate cookie pie crust
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup creme de menthe liqueur
- 1/4 cup creme de cacao liqueur
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the creme de menthe, creme de cacao, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
- If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the chocolate cookie pie crust and smooth the top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute creme de menthe and creme de cacao with mint extract and a bit of milk or cream.
- Ensure the whipped cream is gently folded in to maintain a light and airy texture.
- The pie can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
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