Description
Indulge in the delightful Grasshopper Pie, a no-bake dessert that combines refreshing mint and decadent chocolate flavors. This easy recipe features a crunchy Oreo crust and a creamy mint cheesecake filling, making it an ideal treat for gatherings, celebrations, or simply as a special indulgence at home. With its vibrant green color and luscious texture, this pie is sure to impress your guests while providing a cool sweetness that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or celebrating a birthday, this Grasshopper Pie is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 25 regular Oreo cookies
- 5 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 8 oz brick cream cheese (cold)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
- 3 drops of green food coloring
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse Oreo cookies until finely crushed. Combine crumbs with melted butter and press into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the freezer.
- Make the filling: Beat cold cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl. Add powdered sugar, salt, mint extract, and green food coloring; mix well. In another bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble the pie: Spread filling evenly over the chilled crust and sprinkle extra crushed Oreos on top if desired. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours to set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 96g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider incorporating chocolate shavings or chunks into the filling. Adjust the amount of green food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of mint.