I made this minty pie in 15 minutes—and my kids think I’m a genius

There are some days when you just cannot with the oven. It’s hot, everyone’s hungry, and all you want is something sweet that feels like a win. That’s how this little miracle, my no-bake minty Grasshopper Pie, came into our lives.

I was staring down a pack of pudding mix, a tub of whipped topping, and a pre-made crust… and let me tell you, what came out of that fridge a few hours later was pure dessert magic.

🌿 Why This Grasshopper Pie is a Mom Win:

I love recipes that feel special without demanding much — and this one is all about ease and flavor:

• No baking (bless).
• Just a few ingredients I almost always have around.
• That minty chocolate combo? Always a hit.

This pie is creamy, fluffy, chocolatey, and has just enough peppermint to make it feel like a cool breeze on a busy day.

🛒 What You’ll Need:

• 1 chocolate cookie pie crust (store-bought or DIY)
• 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping
• 1 (3.9 oz) box chocolate instant pudding
• 1¼ cups cold milk
• ½ tsp peppermint extract
• Optional: green food coloring
• Optional toppings: crushed Oreos, mini chips, or chocolate drizzle

👩‍🍳 How to Make It:

1. Whisk pudding mix + cold milk in a bowl until it thickens (just 2 minutes!).
2. Stir in the peppermint extract and a few drops of green food coloring for that classic Grasshopper look.
3. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the filling is nice and fluffy.
4. Spoon everything into your pie crust and smooth the top.
5. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours (or overnight if you’re planning ahead).
6. Right before serving, sprinkle with toppings like cookie crumbs or a chocolate drizzle.

🧊 Store + Serve Tips:

• Keeps in the fridge up to 4 days (but let’s be real, it won’t last that long).
• Freezes well too—just slice and wrap pieces individually.
• Makes a great make-ahead dessert for BBQs, potlucks, or just a Tuesday.

💡 Mom Hack: Make It Mini!

Pour the filling into muffin liners in a cupcake tin for individual mint pies. The kids loved them and they’re perfect for portion control (or pretending you won’t go back for seconds… again).

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So if your crew loves chocolate, loves mint, and you love not stressing over dessert, this Grasshopper Pie is a total lifesaver. I’ve made it three times this month and no one’s complaining!

Tag me if you try it — I’d love to see your twist 💚

Budget-Friendly Grasshopper Pie (No-Bake, No Fuss)

Serves 8 | Prep time: 15 minutes + chill

🛒 Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made chocolate cookie pie crust (or homemade with crushed chocolate grahams + butter)
• 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
• 1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
• 1¼ cups cold milk
• ½ tsp peppermint extract
• Optional: 4–5 drops green food coloring
• Optional garnish: crushed Oreos, mini chocolate chips, or chocolate syrup drizzle

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
2. Stir in the peppermint extract and food coloring (if using) for that classic minty green.
3. Fold in the whipped topping gently until fully combined and fluffy.
4. Spoon the filling into the pie crust and smooth the top.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
6. Top it off with crushed Oreos, chocolate chips, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup before serving.