Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
– 1 cup green crème de menthe
– 1 cup mini marshmallows
– ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Grasshopper Pie is simple. Follow these steps to craft this incredible dessert:
1. Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Mix until well combined.
2. Form the Crust: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie pan to form an even crust.
3. Chill the Crust: Place the crust in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to set.
4. Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
5. Add Sugar and Extract: Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract, continuing to whip until well combined.
6. Mix in Crème de Menthe: Gently fold in the green crème de menthe until the mixture is uniform.
7. Add Marshmallows: Fold in mini marshmallows for added texture.
8. Combine Mixtures: Carefully fold the whipped cream mixture into the chocolate crust until well blended.
9. Transfer to Pie Pan: Spoon the filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top.
10. Refrigerate: Cover the pie and refrigerate for 2-4 hours, or until set.
11. Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips on top if desired.
By following these steps, you’ll have a delightful Grasshopper Pie ready to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 3g