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Grasshopper Pie

Crème de menthe and crème de cacao give this Grasshopper Pie a lovely mint chocolate flavor. The light, airy pie filling is assembled in a chocolate crust and there's absolutely no baking required. An easy dessert for St. Patrick's Day!
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Chill Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grasshopper Pie
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 363kcal
Author: Jill

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mix the cookie crumbs with the melted butter until the consistency resembles damp sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
  • Combine the marshmallows and half-and-half in a large saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the creme de menthe and creme de cacao liqueurs. If you want a brighter color, add a drop or two of green food coloring and mix until evenly combined.
  • Allow the mixture to cool slightly on the counter while you whip the cream. Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks.
  • Once the marshmallow mixture has cooled to room temperature, gently fold in the whipped cream. Make sure to mix just until combined to keep the filling light and airy.
  • Pour the filling into the chilled cookie crust and smooth out the top with a spatula. Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
  • When the pie is set, top it with whipped cream if using. Pipe or dollop the whipped cream however you like.
  • Finish by sprinkling chopped Andes Mints over the top of the pie. Slice and serve cold. Enjoy!

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Notes

  • Non Alcoholic Version - Swap the Creme de Menthe and Creme de Cacao with mint and chocolate syrups for a non-alcoholic version.
  • Crust - Try a graham cracker crust or a chocolate pie crust for a different flavor.
  • Coloring - The green food coloring is optional. If you skip it, the pie will still have a pale, minty hue from the liqueur.
  • Flavor Boost - For extra minty flavor, add a splash of creme de menthe to the whipped cream topping before piping it onto the pie.

Nutrition

Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 640IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 3mg