Chocolate Mint Pie
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust
- 24 pieces Oreo Cookies Finely ground.
- 4 tablespoons butter Melted.
For the Chocolate Mint Pie Filling
- 25 pieces regular sized marshmallows Melted in double boiler.
- 2/3 cup half-and-half Used for melting marshmallows.
- 2 teaspoons mint extract Plus 2 teaspoons of chocolate extract.
- 1-2 drops green food coloring Optional for color.
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream Whipped to stiff peaks.
- 1/4 cup extra cookie crumbs or shaved chocolate For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation of Pie Crust
- Place the cookies in the bowl of a food processor and process until finely ground.
- With the food processor running, slowly add the melted butter.
- Spray a shallow 9-inch pie pan with spray oil. Press the cookie and butter mixture into the pie pan.
- Refrigerate while making the filling.
Preparation of Pie Filling
- In a double boiler, melt the marshmallows in the half-and-half. Let cool.
- Add the extracts and food coloring.
- Whip the heavy cream to the stiff peak stage and fold it into the marshmallow mixture.
- Spread the filling into the chilled crust and refrigerate for at least an hour. You can also freeze the pie for about an hour.
- Before serving, sprinkle the pie with cookie crumbs or shaved chocolate.
Notes
For a firmer filling, let the pie chill for longer. Use whipped topping as an alternative to heavy cream.