If you love the refreshing taste of mint combined with rich chocolate, you’re in for a treat. This Grasshopper Pie is a delightful dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Here’s how you can create this delectable dessert.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2 Chocolate Oreo Pie Crusts
For the Filling
- 24 Mint Oreo Cookies or Girl Scout Thin Mints, divided
- 3 packages cream cheese, softened (8 ounces each)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
- 5 drops green food coloring
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- 12 ounces Cool Whip, thawed, divided
For the Topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Directions
1. Prepare the Cookies
- In a Ziploc bag, crush the mint Oreo cookies, keeping them slightly chunky. Set aside.
2. Make the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with sweetened condensed milk for about 3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the food coloring and mint extract to the mixture and beat until well combined.
- Fold in 12 ounces of the thawed Cool Whip and the crushed mint cookies.
- Pour the filling evenly into the prepared Oreo pie crusts.
3. Prepare the Topping
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips and heavy cream for 30 seconds. Stir and continue heating in 15-second increments until smooth.
- Allow the chocolate mixture to cool for about 5 minutes before spreading it over the top of the cheesecake.
4. Chill the Pie
- Chill the cheesecakes for at least 3 hours, or overnight, to allow them to set properly.
Tips for Success
- Crushing the Cookies: For a quicker process, you can use a food processor to crush the cookies.
- Cool Whip: Make sure the Cool Whip is fully thawed before folding it into the mixture to ensure a smooth and creamy filling.
- Chilling Time: Allowing the pie to chill overnight will enhance the flavors and make slicing easier.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Servings: 8 servings
Enjoy!
This Grasshopper Pie is a crowd-pleaser and will surely be a hit at your next gathering. Its creamy, minty filling and rich chocolate topping make it a perfect dessert for any occasion. Enjoy every bite!
Feel free to share this recipe with friends and family. Happy baking!
Grasshopper Pie
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
This Grasshopper Pie is a luscious blend of rich cream cheese, vibrant green mint flavoring, and crunchy chocolate Oreo crust, creating a delightfully refreshing dessert. It’s perfect for those who love a hint of mint in their sweets, making it an ideal treat for holidays, gatherings, or as a special weekend dessert.
Ingredients
2 Chocolate Oreo Pie Crusts
For the Filling:
24 Mint Oreo Cookies or Girl Scout Thin Mints, divided
3 packages cream cheese, softened (8 ounce each)
1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounce)
5 drops green food coloring
1 teaspoon mint extract
12 ounces Cool Whip, thawed, divided
For the Topping:
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
5 Tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Instructions
In a ziploc bag, crush the mint Oreo cookies, keeping them slightly chunky. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with sweetened condensed milk for about 3 minutes until smooth and fluffy. Beat in food coloring and mint extract.
Fold in 12 ounces of the thawed Cool Whip and the crushed mint cookies. Pour evenly into the prepared Oreo pie crusts.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips and heavy cream for 30 seconds. Stir and heat in 15-second increments, until smooth. Allow to cool about 5 minutes before spreading over the top of the cheesecake.
Chill cheesecakes for 3 hours (or overnight).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 560