Description
Grasshopper pie is a delightful no-bake dessert that marries the refreshing taste of mint with rich chocolate. Its vibrant green filling and creamy texture make it a showstopper for any occasion, from summer barbecues to holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, this whimsical treat will leave everyone craving more with each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made chocolate pie crust
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- 1 drop green food coloring (optional)
- 3/4 cup chocolate ganache (made from 4 oz high-quality chocolate and 1/2 cup heavy cream)
Instructions
- Refrigerate the chocolate pie crust while preparing the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and mint extract, mixing until stiff peaks develop.
- Fold in green food coloring if using.
- Spoon the mint filling into the chilled crust, smoothing it out evenly.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chopped chocolate, and stir until smooth.
- Pour ganache over the pie and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg