Description
Indulgent Grasshopper Pie offers a cool and minty bliss, perfect for gatherings. This no-bake dessert features a rich chocolate crust filled with a creamy mint-flavored filling made from whipped heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and mint extract, finished with a touch of green food coloring and chocolate shavings for garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 package Chocolate Crust (Pre-made or homemade)
Filling
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (Chilled)
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 teaspoon Mint Extract (Pure extract recommended)
- 2 drops Green Food Coloring (Use sparingly for color)
- 1/4 cup Chocolate Shavings (For garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter in a bowl until evenly mixed. Press the mixture firmly into a pie dish. Bake for about 10 minutes to set the crust, then allow it to cool completely.
- Whip the cream: In a large mixing bowl, pour in the chilled heavy cream. Use a mixer to whip the cream until soft peaks form, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine filling ingredients: Gently fold the sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream until fully incorporated. Add the mint extract and carefully fold in the green food coloring to achieve a subtle minty green hue.
- Add chocolate shavings: Fold in the chocolate shavings evenly throughout the filling to distribute the chocolate flavor and texture.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the prepared filling into the cooled chocolate crust. Smooth the top with a spatula to create an even surface. Cover the pie with plastic wrap.
- Chill the pie: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least four hours to allow it to set properly and develop its creamy texture.
- Serve: When ready, slice the pie into portions and garnish with additional chocolate shavings. Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- Use pure mint extract for the best authentic flavor.
- Adjust green food coloring intensity carefully to avoid overpowering the natural look.
- The pie must be refrigerated for at least 4 hours to set properly.
- You can substitute the chocolate crust with a homemade or store-bought chocolate cookie crust.
- Keep the heavy cream well chilled before whipping for better volume.
- For extra presentation, garnish with fresh mint leaves along with chocolate shavings.
