These No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies are a delicious and easy to make dessert! They’re both minty and chocolatey!
I made another dessert in a jar. I know, I know, I’m so cliche and breaking the ‘no-mason jar desserts’ food rule for 2013 (who made that rule anyway?). But I think mason jars & food go together like PB & J. Too cute. And why not? Why not I say! What’s not to love about little individual servings! 😉
I wanted to show you something that would be a great treat for St. Patrick’s Day, or even Earth Day! No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies. The green colour and the mint makes them super fun for these two occasions!
Growing up, I seem to remember that at many of our family get togethers there was always a Grasshopper Pie and I loved it! But since then I haven’t seen one, or even had a little bite of one! Maybe it was a pie of the times? So I thought it was time to make one for my family, because how had my kids never had Grasshopper Pie?! Gasp! So I made one…but I made it even cuter. In jars. One for everyone! So fun.
They’re simple to make, and your family is sure to love them…they’re a special touch that they’ll appreciate!
Minty. Creamy. Chocolatey!
Print
No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies
-
Yield: 5
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped oreo cookies See instructions. (remove the icing centres first)
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup Creme de Menthe (see notes)
- 1 1/2 cups whipping cream
- chocolate shavings
- 5 mini mason jars
Instructions
- First, remove all the icing centres of your Oreo cookies (about 1/2 a package), and using a food processor, coarsely grind the chocolate cookie parts up. Or if you are feeling really adventurous, keep the icing in! It will just make your dessert more sweet…maybe too sweet? (is that even possible?!)
- In a saucepan, melt the marshmallows with the milk over low heat. Then chill the mixture, stirring it occasionally, until mixture begins to set.
- Once the marshmallow mix has cooled and set, stir in the Creme de Menthe. Set aside.
- Using a mixer, whip the whipping cream until soft peaks form. Then fold the whipped cream into the mint mixture. Set aside.
Now it’s time to put the pies together!
- For the crust, evenly spread the cookie mixture into the bottoms of your mason jars, then pack it down.
- Add the mint mixture on top of the cookie mixture, evenly spreading it out between the 5 jars.
- If you like, top the mini pies with a little dollop of whip cream, and some chocolate shavings. I just grated some semi-sweet chocolate, and sprinkled it on.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
If you don’t want to use Creme de Menthe, you can substitute it with 1 tsp of mint extract and a couple drops of green food colouring. Or use mint cookies.
– – – – – –
For more delicious ideas for St. Patrick’s Day, check out these recipes!
– – – – – –
– – – – – –
Have a delicious day!
72 Comments
The do look absolutely delicious Jo-Anna.
So cute and they look delicious.
Where did you find mini mason jars? perfect desssert size.
YUMMY! So pretty in those jars!
YUM! This looks absolutely delectable–thank you for the recipe!
Looks delicious and the presentation is darling – what’s not to love? Happy Monday from the enchanted oven.
xo,
Lisa
Sounds delicious! 🙂
Those are so pretty. I love the jars and those ingredients! Mmmmm, sounds so light, fluffy and delicious.
Yummo! I would eat one of these right now! And they look adorable in the jars. =)
~ Catie
I LOVE grasshopper pie! I make one for Christmas every year, although my recipe is a little different.
But I love the idea of making them in small jars for St. Patricks day! I think I’ll have to do this 🙂
So cute; perfect for St. Patrick’s Day !
I recall when I was really young, I thought “Grasshopper pie … how awful – why would you want to eat grasshoppers?!” LOL
these look too good to be true! can’t wait to try these. i looove mint and chocolate
GORGEOUS!! And yummy!! Hope you can link this up at my trendy tuesday party!! http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2013/03/trendy-tuesday-26.html
love them very pretty as well
come see what I shared at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
These are absolutely adorable! Everything looks better in a mason jar 🙂
Desserts like this are just so cute in jars…I’m breaking that rule this year too! These look so delicious!!!
Oh yum! These look delicious and cute 🙂 Thanks for linking up at the 6 days of spring party – Kelly (thelilypadcottage)
These look awesome! Thanks so much for linking up to Monday Funday! XOXO – Cheryl
This is seriously the cutest canning jar repurpose idea I have seen yet. We are starting a link up party on Thursdays (today:), and we would love for you to join us with this post and/or any others you would like to include. We are at allthingswithpurpose.com. Hope to see you there!!
I absolutely love grasshoppers, and these sound amazing!
I would like to invite you to link up to my party, Manic Monday. http://cupcake-n-bake.blogspot.com/2013/03/manic-monday-7.html
Hope to see you there!
Pi Day is next week and these would be perfect! Pinned!
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies by A Pretty Life in the Suburbs […]
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies by A Pretty Life in the Suburbs […]
Beautiful pics, beautiful food…thanks for inspiring food fun!
Would love to invite you to my blog, there’s even a Spring Bash going on right now with easy ways to earn craft products! Come for a read at Creatively Redeeming Her, http://www.creativelyredeemingher.blogspot.com/2013/03/invitin-you-to-my-spring-bash.html.
Cheers!
These look amazing – my daughter, who loves Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies will love making these! Glad you shared at our spring party! Sharing on my FB page now and pinning!
Kelly
You just keep on putting those goodies in mason jars ~ I think it makes them irresistible!
Pinning 🙂
<3 Christina at I Gotta Create!
Wildly Original linky party is open
Hi! Followed you over from Sundae School Link Party. This looks delicious. I love grasshopper pie and love no bake desserts. Thanks for sharing. Now following via G+
[…] Pound Cake by Fancy Frugal Life / Mint Chocolate Fudge by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom / Mini Grasshopper Pies by A Pretty Life / St. Patrick’s Day Drink Ideas by Oh My Creative / Peeps in Nests by […]
Please,Please,Please, TELL US where to buy the mini mason jars!
What a delightful little dessert .
Thank You
You can find them at Walmart, Target, etc. That’s where I buy mine. 🙂
You can find them at Walmart, Target, etc. That’s where I buy mine. 🙂
[…] Mint Pound Cake by Fancy Frugal Life / Mint Chocolate Fudge by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom / Mini Grasshopper Pies by A Pretty Life / St. Patrick’s Day Drink Ideas by Oh My Creative / Peeps in Nests by Mom […]
[…] Mint Pound Cake by Fancy Frugal Life / Mint Chocolate Fudge by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom / Mini Grasshopper Pies by A Pretty Life / St. Patrick’s Day Drink Ideas by Oh My Creative / Peeps in Nests by Mom […]
[…] Mint Pound Cake by Fancy Frugal Life / Mint Chocolate Fudge by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom / Mini Grasshopper Pies by A Pretty Life / St. Patrick’s Day Drink Ideas by Oh My Creative / Peeps in Nests by Mom […]
[…] A Pretty Life in the Suburbs had me at no bake and these mini grasshopper pies remind me of my favorite Thin Mint cookies! Drumroll please … the winner of the $250 […]
These are perfect for St. Pat’s ~ or any other time! Thanks so much for sharing ~
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies […]
[…] Peppermint Cupcakes from Your Cup of Cake Grasshopper Pie from The Galley Gourmet No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies from A Pretty Life in the […]
[…] Honey Vanilla Marshmallows from Pineapple and Coconut Malted Milk Fudge from Lemon Tree Dwelling Grasshopper Pie in a Jar from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs No Bake Cookie Bars from Cookies and Cups Apricot Pistachio […]
[…] Mini Grasshopper Pies in a Jar by A Pretty Life in the Suburbs […]
I don’t think that’s a rule. And if it is…rules were made to be broken! 😉 You know what I love about individual servings of cakes? No kids fussing that someone else got a bigger piece! Thanks for sharing this yummy recipe!
Could I use mint green tea instead of creme de menthe?
[…] Grasshopper Pies […]
Some stores sell chocolate wafers that have no frosting…also, could use a crushed chocolate pie crust….
[…] Mini Grasshopper Pie source @ aprettylifeinthesuburbs […]
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs […]
[…] Jennifer VanOosten’s board No Bake Treats on Pinterest. I used the recipe from A Pretty Life as a starting point and made my own changes from there. The biggest tip that she had was to use Creme de Menthe as […]
[…] aprettylifeinthesuburbs.com […]
I need to make a non alcoholic version. Can mint syrup be used in place of the Creme de menthe?
Hi Kathy! Sorry for not getting back to you sooner! I think using mint syrup would work just great! Just taste test it as you go, so you get the flavour you like!
[…] Mini Grasshopper Pies – Simple to make, these green pies have an Oreo cookie base and a layer of Creme de Menthe, milk and marshmallows, topped with whipped cream and shavings of milk chocolate. […]
[…] (via A Pretty Life) […]
[…] aprettylifeinthesuburbs.com […]
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs […]
I don’t care what anyone says, I still love food in mason jars.
Hahaha I do too! Long live the mason jar! 😉
Hi Jo-Anna,
These look and sound amazing! I was wondering if I could use ready made marshmallow creme and skipping a step of melting the marshmallows with the milk?
Hi Ann! I haven’t tried this recipe with the marshmallow cream, but I’m betting it would work just fine! If you try it, let me know how it turns out!
[…] Dessert: No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies […]
What size are the mason jars please?
Hi Debbie! These are 250 mL jars.
Jo-Anna
[…] des images: 1, 2, 3, 4 et 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, […]
[…] A Pretty Life in the Suburbs offers up an adorable and creative recipe for those that like a bit of minty flavors. Paired with chocolate and cream dollup, this is a great flavor when thinking of small, holiday treats. […]
[…] aprettylifeinthesuburbs.com […]
[…] A Pretty Life in the Suburbs – No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies […]
[…] (Left Image by Ruffled Blog) (Right Image and full No-Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies Recipe by A Pretty Life) […]
[…] Get the recipe from A Pretty Life In the Suburbs […]
[…] deliciously awesome pies are not just another dessert in a jar because really, they look so yummy! Why are they even called […]
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies – For those of you that may not know, grasshopper pie is a light, refreshing dessert packed with a cooling mint and chocolate flavor. It’s fluffy, minty and totally yummy! […]
[…] No Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies – For those of you that may not know, grasshopper pie is a light, refreshing dessert packed with a cooling mint and chocolate flavor. It’s fluffy, minty and totally yummy! […]
Made these yesterday for a party and they were a huge hit. Doubled the recipe and served in little plastic mini dessert cups I found on Amazon. Very fun and easy!
★★★★★
we are planning on trying these for our dessert competition next month. They do look so cute. Can you tell me what size the mini mason jars are? I’m finding different sizes online.
Hi Sandra! These are the 250 mL size, but you can make them as big or small as you like. Good luck at your dessert competition!