Delicious and refreshing mint-flavored Grasshopper Pie

Indulge in the cool and refreshing flavors of Ibby's Grasshopper Pie. This classic American dessert combines a chocolaty cookie crust with a smooth and creamy mint filling, topped with a layer of whipped cream and chocolate shavings. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and mint flavor, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion. With its vibrant green color, it's also a great dessert to serve on St. Patrick's Day or for any mint lover. This recipe is easy to make and guaranteed to impress!

Ingredients

• For the crust:
• - 1 and 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the filling:
• - 1 and 1/2 cups heavy cream
• - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• - 1 cup powdered sugar
• - 1/4 cup green creme de menthe liqueur
• - 1/4 cup white creme de cacao liqueur
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - Green food coloring (optional)
• For the topping:
• - 1 cup heavy cream
• - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• - Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, creme de menthe liqueur, creme de cacao liqueur, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Add green food coloring if desired.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until evenly incorporated.
5. Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
6. Before serving, prepare the topping by whipping the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
7. Sprinkle chocolate shavings or sprinkles over the top as a garnish.
8. Slice and serve the Grasshopper Pie chilled. Enjoy!

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