Easy Grasshopper Pie with Mint Chocolate Oreo Crust
Mark St. Patrick’s Day and the start of spring with this cool, refreshing mint chocolate pie. It's also called grasshopper pie, and it needs no oven at all!
- Prep
- 1 hr 20 mins
- Chill Time
- 6 hrs
- Total
- 7 hrs 20 mins
- Makes
- 14 servings
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day and the start of spring with this cool No Bake Mint Chocolate Pie! Also called grasshopper pie, it's a super simple dessert with a light, creamy mint filling set in a chocolatey Oreo crust. If you love mint and chocolate as much as I do, you'll be smitten with this one!
6 Reasons to Adore This Mint Chocolate Pie
- It's no-bake from beginning to end!
- A cool, refreshing mix of mint and chocolate.
- The texture pairs a light, creamy mint filling with a chocolatey Oreo cookie crust!
- Made with green crème de menthe for a true minty flavor.
- Finished with crushed Oreo cookie crumbs.
- Perfect for St. Patrick's Day, a spring gathering, or a family party!
I love to bake, but sometimes I'd rather skip the oven and make a no-bake dessert that's simple to put together and tastes wonderful. This no-bake mint chocolate pie is exactly that!
Gather Your Ingredients!
You will need these ingredients to make this no bake mint chocolate pie:
- Mint Chocolate Oreo Cookies. You'll need 28 of these irresistible cookies.
- Unsalted Butter. Melted and stirred into the crushed cookies, it helps the crust hold together.
- Marshmallow Creme. Also known as marshmallow fluff.
- Heavy Whipping Cream. Sold in the dairy section, you'll need 2 cups to whip into whipped cream.
- Crème de Menthe. Look for it at your local wine and spirits store. It comes in clear and green varieties, and green is the one you want. If you won't use it much after this pie, consider buying a small bottle.
Swaps and Alternatives
Cookies. Regular Oreo cookies can stand in for the mint-flavored ones. If you like, add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the cookie crust mixture.
Marshmallow Creme. If marshmallow creme is hard to find where you live, you can melt about 24 large marshmallows instead.
Crème de Menthe. If you'd rather skip the alcohol in this mint chocolate pie, use dairy milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring in place of the crème de menthe. The amounts are listed in the recipe card notes.
Let's Make the Pie!
Here's a quick look at how to make this no bake grasshopper pie (or mint chocolate pie). For the complete recipe, see the recipe card below.
- Prepare the Oreo crust. Pulse the mint Oreos in a food processor, mix in the melted butter, then press it into a 9-inch pie plate. Freeze it for 30 minutes to 1 hour to set.
- Soften the marshmallow creme in the microwave. Heat it for no more than 30-45 seconds. You only want it soft enough to whisk easily. Stir in the crème de menthe.
- Whip the heavy cream into whipped cream. Use a hand mixer or a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, which takes about 4-5 minutes.
- Fold the whipped cream into the marshmallow creme and crème de menthe mixture until smooth.
- Spoon into the chilled crust. Return the pie to the freezer to firm up for 5-6 hours or overnight. Before slicing, let it rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
Recipe FAQs
Can I use a store-bought Oreo pie crust?Yes, absolutely! Make it whatever way makes the recipe easiest for you!
Can I make this no bake mint chocolate pie in something other than a pie plate?You can use either a 9-inch pie plate or a 9-inch springform pan for this no-bake mint chocolate pie. Many people find the springform pan easier when it's time to cut the pie.
Is there an alternative to chilling the pie crust in the freezer?Yes, you can bake the crust for 8-10 minutes at 350ºF. Let it cool fully before adding the mint chocolate filling.
What can I use in place of crème de menthe?Use 1/3 cup of milk with one teaspoon of peppermint extract and 7-8 drops of green food coloring.
How long should I chill mint chocolate pie?Freeze it for 5-6 hours or overnight. Leave it out for 10-15 minutes before serving so it's easier to slice.
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Easy Grasshopper Pie with Mint Chocolate Oreo Crust
This cool, refreshing no bake mint chocolate pie is an easy dessert for any occasion! It has a light, creamy mint filling topped with Cool Whip and Oreo crumbles. If you love mint and chocolate together as much as I do, you'll be hooked on this one!
- Prep
- 1 hr 20 mins
- Chill Time
- 6 hrs
- Total
- 7 hrs 20 mins
- Makes
- 14 servings
Ingredients
Oreo pie crust
- 28 Mint Oreo Cookies, crushed into fine crumbs, plus additional Oreo crumbs for pie topping
- 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
mint pie filling
- 14 oz Marshmallow Creme (or 24 large marshmallows), softened
- 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream, whipped
- 1/3 cup Crème de Menthe
Method
- Pulse the Oreos into fine crumbs in a food processor. Add the melted unsalted butter and pulse until fully combined. You can also mix these two in a bowl if that's easier. The mixture will be soft, slightly mushy, and thick, and it should mold easily into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate using a spatula or the bottom of a measuring cup, then smooth and level it. Freeze the pie plate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up.
- Soften the marshmallow fluff in a large microwave-safe bowl on full power for no more than 45 seconds. Set it aside. If you're using larger marshmallows, melt them in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, then let the mixture cool fully.
- In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until it becomes whipped cream. This takes about 4 minutes. Set it aside.
- Add the crème de menthe to the large bowl with the softened marshmallow creme and mix until fully blended.
- Fold in the whipped cream until it's thoroughly combined.
- Pour the mint filling into the chilled Oreo crust, sprinkle extra Oreo crumbs over the top, and freeze for 5-6 hours or overnight. Let the pie stand at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Keep any leftovers in the freezer or fridge for up to a week.
Baker’s notes
- The 1 hour, 20 minute prep time includes the 30 minutes to 1 hour of freezing for the Oreo crust.
- 14 ounces of marshmallow creme is the same as two small 7-ounce jars.
- 2 cups of heavy whipping cream is roughly 1 pint.
- To replace the crème de menthe, use 1/3 cup of milk with one teaspoon of peppermint extract and 7-8 drops of green food coloring.
- You can make your own Oreo crust using the recipe above, or buy a ready-made one at the grocery store, usually in the baking aisle.
- If you'd rather bake the crust, do so for 8-10 minutes at 350ºF. Let it cool fully before adding the mint chocolate filling.
