Amazing Grasshopper Pie

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups finely ground chocolate cookie crumbs
• 5 tablespoons melted butter
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (3.5-ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 2 tablespoons crème de menthe
• Green food coloring (optional)
• Whipped cream (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix together cookie crumbs, butter, sugar, and cocoa powder in a medium bowl until well combined.
3. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until crust is lightly golden brown.
5. Allow to cool completely.
6. In a large bowl, combine condensed milk, pudding mix, cream, peppermint extract, and crème de menthe. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
7. If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
8. Pour mixture into cooled pie crust and spread evenly.
9. Chill pie in refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
10. If desired, top with whipped cream before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Grasshopper Pie is a type of no-bake pie that is made with a combination of cream, mint, and chocolate.
• The name “Grasshopper” comes from the fact that it contains crème de menthe, which is a type of liqueur made with mint and other herbs and spices.
• Grasshopper Pie is a popular dessert in the United States, particularly in the Midwest and South.