Frozen White Chocolate Grasshopper Mousse Pie

Frozen White Chocolate Grasshopper Mousse Pie
45 min.
8
382kcal

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Indulge your senses with our Frozen White Chocolate Grasshopper Mousse Pie, a decadent dessert that perfectly balances the rich flavors of white chocolate and the refreshing notes of mint. Ideal for gatherings or simply a sweet treat at home, this pie is not only a visual delight but also a mouthwatering experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds.

The creation of this pie involves a delightful combination of creamy textures and vibrant flavors. With a crunchy chocolate wafer crust that gives way to a silky mousse filling, it’s a dessert that is sure to impress. The mixture of light crème de cacao and green crème de menthe infuses the mousse with a charming minty goodness, making it a delightful finish to any meal.

Not only does this pie offer a heavenly taste profile, but it also showcases your culinary skill with its elegant presentation and refined flavors. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can make a dessert that holds its own for special occasions or cozy dinners alike. Each slice contains only 382 calories, making it a moderately indulgent option you can feel good about serving. So, gather your ingredients, and let’s create a dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 22  chocolate wafers such as nabisco famous 
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoons creme de cacao liqueur light
  • tablespoons crème de cassis liqueur green
  • large egg yolks 
  • servings chocolates dark white shaved
  • pinch salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream chilled
  • ounces chocolate white chopped (such as Baker's or Lindt)
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • ceramic pie form

Directions

  1. Spray 9-inch-diameter glass or ceramic pie dish with nonstick spray. Finely grind chocolate cookies and sugar in processor. Blend in butter. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and up sides of prepared dish. Freeze.
  2. Combine milk and salt in heavy small saucepan. Bring to simmer.
  3. Whisk egg yolks and cornstarch in medium bowl to blend well. Gradually whisk in hot milk mixture. Return mixture to same saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until mixture thickens, about 6 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Add white chocolate and butter; whisk until smooth.
  6. Transfer custard to large bowl.
  7. Whisk in crème de menthe and crème de cacao. Set custard over another large bowl of ice water until cold and thick but not set, stirring often, about 30 minutes.
  8. Whip cream in medium bowl until stiff peaks form. Stir 1/3 of whipped cream into custard. Fold in remaining whipped cream.
  9. Pour filling into crust. Freeze at least 5 hours or up to 2 days.
  10. Garnish with shaved chocolates.

Nutrition Facts

Calories382kcal
Protein5.4%
Fat55.02%
Carbs39.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.45
Glycemic Load
18.12
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.9682608389336%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:382.23kcal
19.11%
Fat:23.04g
35.44%
Saturated Fat:13.1g
81.85%
Carbohydrates:37.29g
12.43%
Net Carbohydrates:36.64g
13.32%
Sugar:28.52g
31.69%
Cholesterol:110.28mg
36.76%
Sodium:141.97mg
6.17%
Alcohol:1.82g
100%
Alcohol %:2%
100%
Protein:5.09g
10.18%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.15%
Phosphorus:128.91mg
12.89%
Vitamin A:565.15IU
11.3%
Calcium:110.72mg
11.07%
Selenium:6.85µg
9.78%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.74%
Vitamin D:1.09µg
7.26%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.22%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.57%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.32%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.26%
Iron:0.93mg
5.18%
Copper:0.1mg
5.08%
Folate:19.55µg
4.89%
Potassium:170.35mg
4.87%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.46%
Magnesium:16.97mg
4.24%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.46%
Vitamin B3:0.68mg
3.4%
Vitamin K:3.43µg
3.26%
Fiber:0.65g
2.58%
Source:Epicurious