This grasshopper pie recipe is a timeless favorite dessert. It’s a no-bake recipe with an Oreo crust and a dreamy creamy fluffy minty filling.
Desserts need not take hours to make and this traditional no-bake pie is great for St Patrick’s Day, Easter, for potlucks, and even for Halloween! So no turning on the oven in the scorching heat and making your home even hotter.
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What Is Grasshopper Pie?
It’s a retro recipe from the 1950s and if you are “young” enough to know about it, it was a childhood favorite. And if you fortunate enough your granny would have taught you how to make this no-bake dessert.
Grasshopper Pie Recipe
This pie is a traditional favorite on St Paddy’s day. My children love giving me a hand in making it and of course, eating it. Who doesn’t love a pie packed with cream? I am sure you can imagine all kind of testing of ingredients is involved.
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Why Make This Recipe
- No bake – No need to turn on extra heat in the kitchen on warm Summer days.
- Tastes great – Anything with cream is always a great dessert.
- Perfect for a crowd – Due to this pie being so easy to make it is always worth making an extra one or two for a group of guests especially on warm Summer days
- Quick and Easy – With 30 minutes of your time and the fridge doing the rest this dessert definitely is worth all the minimal effort.
Ingredient Notes
- Oreo cookies – This is used to form the pie crust so you have a tasty chocolate base.
- Melted butter – This is combined with the crushed cookies to form a sturdy base.
- Milk – We use the milk to melt the marshmallows which is part of the filling.
- Mint extract – We add this extract for a nice mint taste to offset the sweet chocolate base.
- Whipping cream – The cream is added to the marshmallows to form the filling.
- Green food coloring – We love using green food coloring for St Paddy’s Day but you can use a color you love.
- Optional decorations – Mint leaves, whipped cream and extra Oreos are used for a beautiful finish.
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How To Make This Grasshopper Pie Recipe
Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
For the Crust:
- Use a food processor to crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
- Combine the crumbs with melted butter in a large bowl or directly in the food processor, mixing until evenly blended.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust. Use the back of a spoon to smooth it out.
- Refrigerate the crust to chill while you work on the filling.
For The Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Don’t overwhip. It should still look smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the milk and marshmallows. Cook, stirring constantly, until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is silky smooth.
- Remove from heat, mix in the mint extract, and add a few drops of green food coloring if desired. Let this cool in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Gently fold the cooled marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream, blending until smooth and uniform.
Assemble The Pie:
- Pour the filling into the chilled Oreo crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Smooth the top for a neat finish.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, allowing it to set and the flavors to meld together.
- Once set, slice and serve the pie chilled. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh mint leaves for an extra special touch, if desired.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- Cool equipment – Pop your mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge before whipping the cream for the best results.
- Try using a springform pan – This is for hassle-free slicing and serving.
- Chill the pie – Be sure to let the pie chill for the full recommended time to get that perfect set and flavor.
- Create a marbled look – Swirl the green food coloring lightly into the filling for a fun marbled effect instead of fully mixing it in.
- Adjust the mint extract – Want more minty goodness? Adjust the mint extract to your liking or for a boozy pie add in some crème de menthe.
- Added decadence – For an extra treat, add a layer of chopped chocolate or drizzle chocolate ganache between the crust and filling.
Storage
- Prep Ahead – You can make this pie up to 1 day before your event.
- Store – Keep leftovers in the fridge, covered tightly with plastic wrap or in an airtight container, and enjoy within 3 days.
- Freeze – While you can freeze this pie for up to 1 month, I find it changes the texture. If you choose to freeze it, wrap the pie tightly and place it in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag for added protection.
FAQs
Yes, you can it only adds color to the filling, you will still have the minty taste from the mint extract.
I find whipping cream is the best ingredient to use but you can try coconut cream.
Make sure you have chilled the pie crust before adding the filling.
Serving Suggestions
- Iced Boba Coffee is a nice cool drink with this pie.
- Fruit Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing is always the best side to something creamy.
- Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe is a great combo.
Did you make this recipe? Then I would love to hear how it turned out. Please leave a comment and star rating below. And I really appreciate you sharing this recipe with your family and friends. Enjoy every mouthful 😊🍲 – Bintu
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Grasshopper Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
For The Crust
- Use a food processor to crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
- Combine the crumbs with melted butter in a large bowl or directly in the food processor, mixing until evenly blended.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust. Use the back of a spoon to smooth it out.
- Refrigerate the crust to chill while you work on the filling.
For The Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Don’t overwhip—it should still look smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the milk and marshmallows. Cook, stirring constantly, until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is silky smooth.
- Remove from heat, mix in the mint extract, and add a few drops of green food coloring if desired. Let this cool in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Gently fold the cooled marshmallow mixture into the whipped cream, blending until smooth and uniform.
Assemble The Pie
- Pour the filling into the chilled Oreo crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Smooth the top for a neat finish.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, allowing it to set and the flavors to meld together.
- Once set, slice and serve the pie chilled. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh mint leaves for an extra special touch, if desired.
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