Grasshopper Dessert Squares

Grasshopper Dessert Squares
310 min.
16
364kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Grasshopper Dessert Squares, a perfect treat for any occasion! With a luscious combination of creamy textures and a refreshing minty flavor, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends. The rich Oreo crust provides a deliciously chocolatey base that perfectly complements the smooth and velvety filling made from cream cheese, marshmallow crème, and a splash of green crème de menthe and white crème de cacao liqueurs.

Not only is this dessert visually appealing with its vibrant green hue, but it also offers a unique taste experience that balances sweetness with a hint of minty freshness. Each bite melts in your mouth, making it an irresistible choice for dessert lovers. Plus, with a preparation time of just over five hours, you can easily make this ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the freezer.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving something sweet, these Grasshopper Dessert Squares are the perfect ending to any meal. Serve them chilled for a refreshing treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this delightful recipe that combines simplicity with sophistication!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups crème-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (from 15-oz package)
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese cubed softened
  • 0.3 cup crème de cassis liqueur green
  • 0.3 cup creme de cacao liqueur white
  • oz marshmallow creme ()
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil so edges of foil extend over sides of pan; spray with cooking spray. In pan, mix cookie crumbs, sugar and butter. Press evenly in bottom of pan.
  2. In large bowl, beat cream cheese, crème de menthe and crème de cacao with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  3. Add marshmallow creme; beat until smooth. Refrigerate about 45 minutes or until mixture mounds when dropped from a spoon.
  4. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into marshmallow mixture until blended.
  5. Pour over crust. Freeze about 4 hours or until firm.
  6. Remove from pan, using foil to lift.
  7. Let dessert stand at room temperature 10 minutes before cutting. Freeze any remaining dessert tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein3.57%
Fat62.42%
Carbs34.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.07
Glycemic Load
2.6
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.3030435229125%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:363.73kcal
18.19%
Fat:24.92g
38.34%
Saturated Fat:12.58g
78.65%
Carbohydrates:30.56g
10.19%
Net Carbohydrates:30.12g
10.95%
Sugar:21.67g
24.08%
Cholesterol:53.85mg
17.95%
Sodium:203.03mg
8.83%
Alcohol:2.17g
100%
Alcohol %:2.89%
100%
Protein:3.21g
6.41%
Vitamin A:896.82IU
17.94%
Iron:1.87mg
10.41%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.55%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.55%
Phosphorus:58.43mg
5.84%
Selenium:3.93µg
5.61%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.36%
Vitamin K:5.42µg
5.16%
Calcium:46.98mg
4.7%
Folate:12.65µg
3.16%
Copper:0.06mg
3.09%
Magnesium:11.32mg
2.83%
Potassium:95.99mg
2.74%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.74%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.68%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.38%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.16%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.06%
Fiber:0.44g
1.74%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.72%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.38%