Grasshopper Pie II

Grasshopper Pie is believed to have originated in the United States in the 1950s. It gets its name from the green color and mint flavor, resembling a grasshopper.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 270 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Grasshopper Pie II

Cooking Method: Baking, Chilling Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Chocolate cookie crumbs
• 0.25 cup Butter, melted
• 0.5 cup White sugar
• 0.5 cup Green creme de menthe liqueur
• 0.5 cup White creme de cacao liqueur
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 3 drop Green food coloring
• 0.25 cup Miniature chocolate chips
• optional for garnish Mint leaves

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
2. In a large bowl, combine creme de menthe liqueur, creme de cacao liqueur, and whipped cream. Add green food coloring and mix well.
3. Fold in miniature chocolate chips.
4. Pour mixture into prepared crust.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
6. Garnish with mint leaves, if desired.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.