Grasshopper Pie
Grasshopper pie is a refreshing dessert that combines a creamy mint filling with a chocolate graham cracker crust, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant green hue and rich flavors of mint and chocolate, this no-bake dessert is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether it’s a summer gathering or a festive celebration, grasshopper pie is an unforgettable experience that will leave everyone smiling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- 2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup whipped topping
- ¼ cup chocolate shavings or chips (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate graham crackers and melted butter until you achieve a sandy texture.
- Press the mixture firmly into a pie pan to form the crust and bake for approximately 10 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and mint extract until smooth. Gradually add food coloring until the desired shade of green is reached.
- Gently fold in whipped topping to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Chill for at least two hours until set.
- Once set, garnish with chocolate shavings or chips before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg