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Home » Desserts » Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pies (No-Bake)

Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pies (No-Bake)

Mar 8, 2020 · by Valentina · 36 Comments

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Grasshopper Mousse pies with a chocolate cookie crust are an unexpected, super fun and delicious dessert. While any day is a good day for this deliciousness, it's especially fun for a festive Christmas dessert, or for a touch of green on St. Patrick's Day. Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pies in pretty white ramekins with fresh mint leaves.

Growing up, my mom would often make Grasshopper pie for company, and like everything she made made, it was delicious and decadent.

My mom's amazing Grasshopper pie had a few key ingredients, a chocolate cookie crust, Crème de Menthe, and whipping cream.

I ran with that and created these delightful individual little Grasshopper pies. You won't even need to turn on the oven and they're absolutely fabulous!

Just like my After Eight Brownies, they're a minty-chocolatey dream.

The Ingredients


  • Oreo cookies
  • unsalted butter
  • heavy cream
  • Crème de Menthe - This is a sweet, mint-flavored alcoholic liqueur.
  • sweetened condensed milk
  • After Eight mints - These are for garnish and add a pop of sweet refreshing mint.
  • fresh mint - This is also for garnish.

(See recipe card below for quantities.)

Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pies in white ramekins, with one bite with Oreo cookie crust in a spoon.

Recipe Tips


  • Be careful not to over-whip the cream. You want smooth, shiny peaks. (If you mix it too long it'll turn gritty, and then into butter.)
  • If you'd like to make a whole pie rather than individual portions, the mouse for this recipe will fill about 2 (9-inch) pie dishes.
  • Whenever you're baking with ramekins, cake pans or pie dishes, transportation to the oven and removal from the oven, will always be easier if you put them/it on a sheet pan.

Substitutions


  • Gluten-free? You can substitute gluten-free Oreos for regular. They are absolutely as good.
  • Any Oreo type or sandwich cookie should work well, if you want to substitute the Oreos.
  • If you can't get After Eight Mints, Andes Creme De Menthe Thins are a great substitute.

Serving Suggestions


  • This is lovely to serve for Christmas dessert. It's festive, incredibly tasty, and totally unexpected.
  • It's green so of course it would be fun for St. Patrick's Day, too.
  • And as much as I love it in the winter, it's also an excellent summer dessert because it's a no-bake, light and refreshing dessert.
  • If you wanted to add other desserts to serve with the grasshopper mousse pies, I'd go for something super chocolatey with a different texture, like a rich chocolate cake or these Triple Chocolate Biscotti.

More Recipes with Chocolate and Mint


  • Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies
  • Chocolate Peppermint Mud Pie
  • Chocolate Thin Mint Key Lime Tart

A few white ramekins with Grasshopper Mousse Pies on a purple cloth.

Making it Ahead and Storage


  • Refrigerator. You can store the mousse for about 4 to 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. (If you're serving it to guests, the mousse should be in the ramekins wrapped tightly in plastic that's not touching the top surface, without the garnishes, which should be added just before serving.)
  • Freezer. The mousse can be frozen for up to about 2 months in an airtight container.

Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pie in a white rameking with a bite taken out of it, with mint leaf and chocolate mint.

How to Make Them


- Blend the Oreos into a fine crumb in a food processor. Then add melted butter and mix until it's evenly blended.

- Evenly divide the cookie crust mixture among 8 (8-ounce) ramekins, and gently press it onto the bottom surface. Set aside on a sheet pan.

- Pour the heavy cream into a large, deep mixing bowl and use an electric mixer to whisk on high speed until medium to stiff peaks form, about 1 minute.

- Fold the Crème de Menthe and sweetened condensed milk into the whipped cream.

- Spoon the mixture into the ramekins, directly over the crust, evenly dividing it among them, and use a small spatula to smooth the surface.

- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Cocoa Fudge Mint Brownie Recipe -- These fudge-like brownies have a thin layer of delicate mint running through them . . . in the form of an After Eight Mint!- Just before serving, break up each of the After Eight mints into small pieces and garnish each mousse with them, and top them off with a mint leaf.

(More detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.)

I hope you love Grasshopper desserts as much as we do!

Enjoy every last bite!

Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pies in pretty white ramekins with fresh mint leaves.

Individual Grasshopper Mousse Pies Recipe

Valentina K. Wein
Grasshopper Mousse pies with a chocolate cookie crust are an unexpected, super fun and delicious dessert. While any day is a good day for this deliciousness, it's especially fun for a festive Christmas dessert, or a touch of green on St. Patrick's Day.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Refrigeration 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 476 kcal

Equipment

  • 8-ounce ramekins

Ingredients
  

  • 20 Oreo cookies
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ¼ cup green Crème de Menthe
  • ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 8 After Eight mints
  • 8 fresh mint leaves

Instructions
 

  • Make and set the crust. Add the cookies to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment and process until they're a fine crumb. Pour this mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl and add the melted butter. Mix until it's evenly blended.
    Evenly divide the cookie crust mixture among 8 (8-ounce) ramekins, and gently press it onto the bottom surface. Set aside on a baking sheet (for easy transportation around the kitchen).
  • Make the mousse. Pour the heavy cream into a large, deep mixing bowl and use an electric mixer to whisk on high speed until medium to stiff peaks form, about 1 minute. (Do not over whip!)
    Use a large spatula to fold in the Crème de Menthe and sweetened condensed milk. Fold until everything is evenly blended.
  • Fill and refrigerate. Spoon this mixture into the ramekins, directly over the crust, evenly dividing it among them. Use a small spatula, or the bottom of a spoon, to smooth the surface of each mousse.
    Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Garnish and serve. Just before serving, break up each of the After Eight mints into small pieces and garnish each mousse with them, and top them off with a mint leaf.

NOTES

Calorie count is only an estimate.

NUTRITION

Calories: 476kcal
Keywords great for a dinner party, unique desserts, fun for St. Patrick's Day
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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Sam | Ahead of Thyme

    March 16, 2016 at 11:12 pm

    This looks delicious and it's so easy!! Thanks for the recipe, can't wait to make it!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 17, 2016 at 1:13 pm

      Thanks Sam! Hope you enjoy! Happy St. Patrick's Day. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake

    March 17, 2016 at 1:44 am

    5 stars
    I hate sharing my desserts ha, so I love individual desserts! These look sooo yummy, perfect for St Patrick's Day today - but I would have them any time!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 17, 2016 at 1:14 pm

      Individual desserts are the best! 😉

      Reply
  3. dooseet

    March 17, 2016 at 2:00 am

    mmmm, it's so mouth-watering! I don't know but I love green stuff - also eating them, hihi 🙂 This looks amazing!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 17, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      Thanks so much! 😀

      Reply
  4. Priya

    March 17, 2016 at 3:41 am

    5 stars
    I saw oreo cookies in the ingredient list and I'm drooling! My boy is a big fan of oreo cookies and I'm sure he will love this mousse pie <3

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 17, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      Yes, the cookie crust is SO GOOD! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan

    March 17, 2016 at 5:26 am

    I read your ingredient list for these mousse pies and got weak in the knees! I adore condensed milk in all it's glory and am blown away! Wow - these sound heavenly and look decadent!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 17, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      Awww, thank you so much! Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  6. David

    March 19, 2016 at 8:12 am

    I have such an affection for grasshopper pie, too, and my source of that affection is also my mother. I will truly enjoy making this for a dinner party soon. I am a big fan of individual servings, as they look so beautiful when served.

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 20, 2016 at 12:08 am

      Aww, thanks so much David. I just love cooking memories from moms. 🙂 xo

      Reply
      • David Scott Allen

        March 14, 2020 at 9:30 am

        And your repost timing is perfect - I was just cleaning the hooch cabinet and found my bottle of Crème de Menthe... and my first thought was, “I need to make something with this.” I accidentally didn’t put this in my Paprika app last time, but will now! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

        Reply
        • valentina

          March 14, 2020 at 10:57 am

          Yay! I hope you love it. Don't know if you all are staying home over there, but we are (for the most part), and I've been baking up a storm. Stay well! 🙂 ~Valentina

          Reply
          • David Scott Allen

            December 26, 2022 at 10:03 am

            I finally made this for our Saint Pat’s dinner this year. I couldn’t find After Eight mints in any of the places I shop but I garnished with dark chocolate curls. So good!

          • valentina

            December 28, 2022 at 11:01 am

            Perfect! 😀

  7. Natasha @ Salt & Lavender

    March 19, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    5 stars
    Oooh these look great! I'm such a huge fan of mini things... I don't know why, but individual sized things almost always taste better (especially desserts). 🙂

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 20, 2016 at 12:07 am

      Natasha, I totally agree! Something special about our own little containers with spoons and something delicious inside. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Patricia@FreshFoodinaFlash

    May 09, 2016 at 2:56 pm

    Valentina, I also belong to the "Mother who likes Grasshopper Dessert Club", which was the inspiration for making Grasshopper Pie at our Pie Class a few years ago. The festive green color is perfect for St. Paddy's Day or Christmas! I love how you made individual desserts here.

    Reply
    • valentina

      May 09, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      Thanks Patricia! I can't wait to check out your recipe! Love that your mom loves grasshopper desserts, too! Love!

      Reply
  9. Nicole

    June 23, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    I love, Love, LOVE chocolate and mint together!! This looks so decadent and easy to whip up for St. Patty's Day....or for any day, really. Heck, maybe today!! I especially like the no-bake quality!!
    Thanks for sharing!! 🙂

    Reply
    • valentina

      June 24, 2016 at 8:33 am

      Thanks so much, Nicole! These are super refreshing and lovely during the summer! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Christina | Christina's Cucina

    March 16, 2018 at 11:12 pm

    5 stars
    I love After Eights, mint chocolate chip ice cream and I just bought some mint Tim Tams in Australia that are TO DIE FOR! Soooo, guess what? I would LOVE this dessert! Looks fab, Valentina!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 17, 2018 at 12:21 pm

      Thanks so much, Christina! XO Tim Tams sound delicious -- as does a trip to Australia! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Sandile

    August 24, 2018 at 8:26 am

    Is possible if I can use tennis biscuit?

    Reply
    • valentina

      August 24, 2018 at 2:51 pm

      Sure! These Chocolate Mint Tennis Biscuits would be perfect. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

    March 09, 2020 at 5:21 am

    5 stars
    I remember seeing a grasshopper cocktail on 'The Big Bang Theory' and trying it. I've never had in dessert form, but bet it's delicious! Plus, everyone needs a little dessert, especially on Monday... don't ya think 😉 ?? Have a great week ahead, Valentina!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 10, 2020 at 3:59 pm

      I think desserts are welcome any day of the week! And now I'm really wanting to try the Grasshopper cocktail. I'll have to look into that. Thanks, Dawn. 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
  13. Marissa

    March 09, 2020 at 2:00 pm

    5 stars
    I love the combination of chocolate and mint and these are SO pretty! Excited to give these a try for our next dinner party dessert!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 10, 2020 at 3:58 pm

      Thanks, Marissa. I hope you and your guests love them. 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
  14. mimi rippee

    March 10, 2020 at 11:17 am

    I'll have to make these for father's day! my husband's birthday has already passed. This is his favorite combination - chocolate and mint. Plus, these are so pretty. I guess they'd work for st. Patties day too! Slange!

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 10, 2020 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks, Mimi. Hope you both love it! 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
  15. All That I'm Eating

    March 12, 2020 at 2:25 am

    What a great name for a mousse, I've never heard of one before. It looks great and I love mint in anything so I know I'd like this.

    Reply
    • valentina

      March 13, 2020 at 2:03 am

      Thanks so much! I hope you give it a try and love it. 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
  16. Susan

    December 21, 2022 at 3:38 pm

    Trying this instead of my mom's grasshopper pie -- but have to keep the grasshopper in our Christmas feast. One question --do you mean for us to use the whole Oreo (filling and all) or just the cookie part? For my pie crust I use Famous Chocolate Wafers which have no filling, and you recommend substituting tennis biscuits which I think also have no filling. Figured I'd double check with you. Cheers!

    Reply
    • valentina

      December 21, 2022 at 10:04 pm

      Hi Susan, Thanks so much for writing in. Yes, use the entire Oreo, filling and all. I hope you love this recipe. It's so fun for Christmas. Happy Holidays! 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply

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