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a grasshopper pie in a tart shell topped with whipped cream and oreo cookie crumble.
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Grasshopper Pie

Grasshopper Pie is a stunning dessert that combines a crunchy, chocolate Oreo crust with a smooth and creamy mint-flavored filling. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or a festive treat, this easy-to-make pie is both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Chill Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert, Pies
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grasshopper pie
Servings: 8
Calories: 521kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cookie Crust:

  • 25 oreo cookies fillings discarded
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

For the Filling:

  • 30 large marshmallows
  • ½ cup whole milk softened
  • ¼ cup crème de menthe liqueur
  • 2 tablespoons white crème de cacao
  • 1½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 drops green food coloring

For Garnish:

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Crush the chocolate cookies finely and mix with melted butter. Easiest way to crush the cookies is in a food processor. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the marshmallows in milk over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Stir in crème de menthe and crème de cacao. Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired for a more vibrant color.
  • Once the marshmallow mixture is at room temperature, place it in the fridge until it begins to set slightly, about 20-30 minutes.
  • Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the marshmallow mixture until well incorporated.
  • Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firmly set.
  • Before serving, top with additional whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or cookie crumbs.

Notes

  1. Crush Oreo cookies finely for a consistent, easy-to-press crust.
  2. Allow the marshmallow mixture to cool to room temperature before adding whipped cream, ensuring a smooth filling.
  3. For a deeper green color, adjust the amount of food coloring to your preference.
  4. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 186mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 5mg