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Easy No-Bake Grasshopper Pie with Oreo Crust

A close-up slice of creamy, light green grasshopper pie with a dark chocolate crust, topped with chocolate shavings.
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Make this creamy, mint chocolate dessert without turning on your oven. This no-bake grasshopper pie uses simple ingredients for a refreshing treat perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (about 30 cookies)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1/2 cup cold milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
  • 1/4 cup crème de menthe liqueur (optional, for adult version)
  • Green food coloring (optional, for color)
  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold (for homemade topping)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for homemade topping)
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips or shaved chocolate (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the cream cheese base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar together until the mixture is smooth and light.
  3. Prepare the filling: Add the cold milk, vanilla extract, mint extract, and crème de menthe (if using) to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until just combined. If you want a greener color, add a few drops of green food coloring now.
  4. Fold in the topping: Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  5. Fill the crust: Pour the mint filling into the chilled Oreo crust and spread it evenly.
  6. Chill or freeze: Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or freeze for 3 to 4 hours for a firmer, frozen grasshopper pie texture.
  7. Prepare topping (if using homemade): If you are not using Cool Whip, beat the cold heavy cream and 1/4 cup powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread this over the chilled pie just before serving.
  8. Garnish and serve: Before serving, sprinkle the top with chocolate chips or shaved chocolate. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • For a non-alcoholic version, omit the crème de menthe and increase the mint extract to 3/4 teaspoon.
  • If you prefer a richer, homemade topping instead of Cool Whip, use the heavy cream and powdered sugar listed in the ingredients and whip it separately before folding it into the cream cheese base.
  • This pie keeps well covered in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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