Grasshopper Pie

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“The Classic Grasshopper Pie: A Refreshing and Easy to Prepare Dessert 🌿🥧”

• Are you looking for a dessert that combines the best of chocolate and mint? Grasshopper Pie is the answer. Its soft texture and fresh flavor make it a perfect option for any occasion.
• You don’t need to be an expert chef to enjoy this classic!”
• “The base of this pie is a mixture of crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter. Easy and delicious!”
• “The filling has mint cream and mint liqueur, which gives it that characteristic flavor. And, of course, you can’t miss the chocolate.”
• “Garnish with whipped cream and fresh mint leaves for an elegant touch. Your guests will be impressed!”

What do we know about this delicious Grasshopper Pie?

Grasshopper Pie is a classic dessert in the United States, and its history has a refreshing touch and uncertain origins 🌿🥧

Inspired by cocktails: The name “Grasshopper” comes from the cocktail of the same name, it is usually light green and is associated with spring and Easter celebrations in the United States

I hope this recipe inspires you to try this delight. 🤗👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

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We Need

FOR THE OREO COOKIE CRUST

24 oreo cookies
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

FOR THE MINT MOUSSE FILLING

16 ounces cream cheese 
1 cup powdered sugar 
1 1/3 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
1 tablespoon peppermint extract
1 drop leaf Green gel paste color (optional)
4 oreo cookies, roughly chopped (optional)

FOR THE TOPPING

3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
3 tablespoons powered sugar 
chocolate shavings, for garnish
and a lot of love ,essential to obtain the richest desserts 

DIRECTIONS 

TO MAKE THE OREO COOKIE CRUST

ONE   Process cookies until thin.

TWO  Drizzle in the melted butter and toss together until combined.

THREE  Press the mixture into the bottom of a standard sized pie dish 

TO MAKE THE MINT MOUSSE FILLING

ONE  Whip the cream cheese and powdered sugar together on medium speed until smooth. 

TWO  While continuing to whip, add the heavy cream in a slow, steady stream. 

THREE  When all the cream has been added, turn the mixer up to high speed and whip until the mousse can hold stiff peaks (about 30 seconds). 

FOUR  Fold in the peppermint extract, green food coloring, and chopped Oreos (if using). 

FIVE  Transfer the filling to the prepared pie crust, and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Enjoy!