Description
This classic Grasshopper Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a rich chocolate cookie crust filled with a creamy, mint-flavored marshmallow and creme de menthe filling. Lightly sweetened and elegantly green-hued, it’s perfect for mint lovers looking for a refreshing and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Crust
- 15 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos)
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
Filling
- 24 large marshmallows or 13-oz container marshmallow fluff
- 2/3 cup half-and-half
- 2 tbsp creme de menthe liqueur, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp creme de cacao liqueur
- 1-2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Extra cookie crumbs, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Place the chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter in a food processor and blend until fine crumbs form. Alternatively, crush them in a large zip-top bag using a rolling pin if a food processor is unavailable. Press the cookie crumbs firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan, reserving some crumbs for later garnish. Place the crust in the freezer for at least 15 minutes to set.
- Make the filling base: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the marshmallows and half-and-half, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth. Immediately transfer the saucepan to a bowl filled with ice to cool quickly, stirring occasionally to speed up the process. Once cooled, stir in the creme de menthe and creme de cacao liqueurs. Taste and add additional creme de menthe if desired for a stronger mint flavor. Add one to two drops of green food coloring if you prefer a vibrant green hue.
- Whip the cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the cooled marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream until fully combined and light.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the filling into the prepared chocolate crust. Sprinkle the reserved cookie crumbs evenly over the top. Freeze the pie until very firm, at least 2 hours. Before serving, remove from the freezer about 10 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing.
Notes
- Using marshmallow fluff instead of marshmallows will save time and offer a similar texture.
- Adjust the amount of creme de menthe to suit your preference for mintiness.
- The green food coloring is optional; the pie will taste the same without it.
- Letting the pie sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing helps achieve cleaner slices.
- Store leftovers covered in the freezer for up to 1 week.
