Grasshopper pie is one of those recipes that feels like it could fit any season. On the one hand, grasshopper pie is a no-bake dessert which I tend to use more in warm seasons. But, on the other hand, this is basically the pie version of a grasshopper cocktail, which feels quintessential Christmas-y to me. If you want more no-bake recipes, check out 30+ Easy No-Bake Recipes.
In case you’ve never had grasshopper pie before, it is indeed named after the classic cocktail and it tastes similar: creamy mint chocolate! This no-bake dessert is incredibly easy to make with just six main ingredients.
Related: Love a no-bake pie? Next up, try Peanut Butter Pie, Banana Cream Pie, or Chocolate Silk Pie.
Ingredients
- Chocolate Pie Crust – Oreo, gluten-free, etc.
- Milk
- Marshmallows – standard (not mini)
- Mentholmint or Creme de menthe
- Creme de cacao
- Heavy whipping cream
- Green food coloring – optional but I usually add a few drops
You may also want extra whipped cream, chocolate cookie crumbs, or fresh mint to garnish the top before serving.
Directions
In a large pot, melt the marshmallows and milk over medium heat, stirring so they don’t burn and they all melt evenly. Once melted, stir in the liqueurs. Allow this mixture to cool, but not solidify.
In a stand mixer, or with an electric mixer, beat the heavy whipping cream into whipped cream (with stiff peaks). Now fold the cooled marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream, adding a few drops of green food coloring if using.
Pour this mixture into the pie crust. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 2-3 hours or overnight. Garnish the top with more whipped cream, crushed chocolate cookies, chocolate shavings, fresh mint, or whatever you like! Serve cold.
Tips for Success
- It may help to remove the marshmallow mixture from the pan, to allow to cool more quickly as you prepare the whipped cream. This recipe is very simple but this is the most critical part as you don’t want the mixture to be so hot that it melts the whipped cream when you fold them together.
- Most store-bought crumb crusts come with a plastic cover you can flip over and use to cover the pie as it sets in the refrigerator.
- This no-bake pie will last in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 days after making, if you have leftovers or want to make ahead of an event. The mint flavor will intensify some over time, though.
Serving Suggestions
This rich mint chocolate dessert would go great with:
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a creamy mint chocolate no-bake dessert
Instructions
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In a large pot, melt the marshmallows and milk over medium heat, stirring so they don’t burn and they all melt evenly.
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Once melted, stir in the liqueurs. Allow this mixture to cool, but not solidify.
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In a stand mixer, or with an electric mixer, beat the heavy whipping cream into whipped cream (with stiff peaks).
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Now fold the cooled marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream, adding a few drops of green food coloring if using.
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Pour this mixture into the pie crust. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 2-3 hours or overnight.
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Garnish the top with more whipped cream, crushed chocolate cookies, chocolate shavings, fresh mint, or whatever you like! Serve cold.
Notes
Most store-bought crumb crusts come with a plastic cover you can flip over and use to cover the pie as it sets in the refrigerator.
This no-bake pie will last in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 days after making, if you have leftovers or want to make ahead of an event. The mint flavor will intensify some over time, though.
Nutrition
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Grasshopper Pie
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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
