EASY GRASSHOPPER PIE

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This pie has become a Christmas classic in our family. Although now, I make it throughout the year! -Melissa Sokasits, Warrenville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
2-3/4 cups whipped topping, divided
1 package (4.67 ounces) Andes mint candies, chopped, divided
1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)
1/4 teaspoon mint extract
2 drops green food coloring, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix 2 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup whipped topping. Fold in 3/4 cup of the mint candies. Spoon into crust., Place remaining whipped topping in another bowl. Fold in extract and, if desired, food coloring. Spread over pudding mixture; top with remaining candies. Refrigerate, covered, 4 hours or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 16g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.