Grasshopper Pie
This Grasshopper Pie is a classic no-bake dessert with cool mint flavor, creamy filling, and a rich chocolate cookie crust. Easy to make and perfect for parties, holidays, or summer gatherings, it’s a nostalgic mint-chocolate pie that always impresses.
Ingredients
- 1 chocolate cookie crust store-bought or homemade
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream very cold
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 –2 tablespoons crème de menthe optional
- Green food coloring optional
- Chocolate shavings or chips for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes to help the cream whip properly.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar, mint extract, vanilla extract, and crème de menthe (if using). Mix until well combined.
- In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mint mixture until light and airy.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired and fold gently.
- Spoon the filling into the chocolate cookie crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or chips before serving.
Notes
- Use mint extract sparingly—too much can overpower the pie.
- For cleaner slices, freeze the pie for 20–30 minutes before cutting.
- This pie tastes even better after chilling overnight.