Grasshopper Ice Cream Pie
Indulge in the ultimate summer dessert with this Grasshopper Ice Cream Pie, an irresistible treat that blends creamy mint chocolate chip ice cream with a decadent chocolate crust. This no-bake-inspired pie is crowned with a silky chocolate ganache and a touch of optional crème de menthe liqueur for a refreshing minty kick. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet family treat, this dessert is easy to assemble and packed with flavor. It's finished with a garnish of whipped cream and mini chocolate chips or shavings for a polished, festive look. With just 20 minutes of prep, this frozen pie is a deliciously cool way to celebrate any occasion!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 chocolate sandwich cookies
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 quart mint chocolate chip ice cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons crème de menthe liqueur (optional)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form.
Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Combine the butter and cookie crumbs in a mixing bowl, stirring until evenly coated.
Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.
While the crust is cooling, allow the mint chocolate chip ice cream to soften slightly at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
Spread the softened ice cream evenly over the cooled cookie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Place the pie in the freezer and freeze for at least 3 hours or until firm.
To prepare the chocolate ganache topping, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (do not boil).
Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the semisweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
If using crème de menthe liqueur, stir it into the ganache for an extra minty flavor.
Let the ganache cool for about 10 minutes, then pour it over the frozen pie, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Return the pie to the freezer for another 1-2 hours to set.
Before serving, garnish the pie with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings on top.
Slice and serve immediately. Store any leftovers in the freezer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 525.7 g | 674% | |
| Saturated Fat | 266.8 g | 1334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 4375 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1044.0 g | 380% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.7 g | 185% | |
| Total Sugars | 729.0 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1694 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 43.2 mg | 240% | |
| Potassium | 4024 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
