Grasshopper Pie with Butter Mint Crust
A classic 1970s chilled pie combining a mint-flavored cream filling with a unique crushed butter mint cookie crust for a refreshing dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers butter mints candies, graham cracker crumbs, unsalted butter melted into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter mints candies
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup green crème de menthe
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Using a food processor, pulse 1 cup butter mints candies until finely crushed, then mix them with 1 cup graham cracker crumbs and 5 tbsp melted unsalted butter until evenly combined.
- Step 2: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form a crust. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes to set.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture.
- Step 5: Stir 1/4 cup green crème de menthe carefully into the cream mixture until the color is uniform.
- Step 6: Pour the filling into the chilled butter mint crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Step 7: Sprinkle 1/4 cup chocolate shavings evenly over the pie, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grasshopper Pie with Butter Mint Crust take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Grasshopper Pie with Butter Mint Crust?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grasshopper Pie with Butter Mint Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grasshopper Pie with Butter Mint Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grasshopper Pie with Butter Mint Crust?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
