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Grasshopper Pie

This grasshopper pie is the best dessert for St Patrick's day.

Prep Time
30 mins
Additional Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 352 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 24 Oreo cookies
  • ¼ cup (60g) melted butter
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk
  • 3 cups (150g) marshmallows
  • 2 tablespoons mint extract
  • 2 cups (480ml) whipping cream
  • A few drops of green food coloring optional
  • Decorations optional: Mint leaves, whipped cream and extra oreos

Instructions

For The Crust
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  1. Use a food processor to crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
  2. Combine the crumbs with melted butter in a large bowl or directly in the food processor, mixing until evenly blended.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust. Use the back of a spoon to smooth it out.
  4. Refrigerate the crust to chill while you work on the filling.
For The Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Don’t overwhip—it should still look smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the milk and marshmallows. Cook, stirring constantly, until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is silky smooth.
  3. Remove from heat, mix in the mint extract, and add a few drops of green food coloring if desired. Let this cool in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the cooled marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream, blending until smooth and uniform.
Assemble The Pie
  1. Pour the filling into the chilled Oreo crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  2. Smooth the top for a neat finish.
  3. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, allowing it to set and the flavors to meld together.
  4. Once set, slice and serve the pie chilled. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh mint leaves for an extra special touch, if desired.

Notes

  • Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for the best results.
  • Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for the best results.
  • Use a springform pan to make slicing and serving easier.
  • Use a springform pan to make slicing and serving easier.
  • Let the pie chill in the fridge for the full time to ensure the perfect texture and flavor.
  • Let the pie chill in the fridge for the full time to ensure the perfect texture and flavor.
  • For a marbled look, lightly swirl the green food coloring into the filling rather than mixing it completely.
  • For a marbled look, lightly swirl the green food coloring into the filling rather than mixing it completely.
  • Adjust the mint extract to suit your taste if you prefer a bolder mint flavor.
  • Adjust the mint extract to suit your taste if you prefer a bolder mint flavor.
  • Add a layer of chopped chocolate or chocolate ganache between the crust and filling if you're a chocolate fan like me. Storage - Store leftovers in the fridge in a sealed container or plastic wrap for up to 3 days from making it.
  • Add a layer of chopped chocolate or chocolate ganache between the crust and filling if you're a chocolate fan like me.
  • Storage - Store leftovers in the fridge in a sealed container or plastic wrap for up to 3 days from making it.

Nutrition Information

Calories 352kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 153mg (6%) Potassium 114mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 718IU (14%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 46mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 352

% Daily Value*

Calories 352kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 153mg 6%
Potassium 114mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 22g 44%
Vitamin A 718IU 14%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 46mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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