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This incredibly easy no bake dessert is packed with superfoods, bringing you loads of nutrition in this indulgent treat! Tastes like a Thin Mint Cookie in frozen pie form!
This time of year I’m usually hoarding boxes of thin mint cookies in my freezer, pulling them out a sleeve at a time, and eating (inhaling might be a better word) the entire sleeve.
Not exactly the healthiest thing a girl can do, right? Unfortunately (or, as luck would have it), the girls I usually buy from are no longer in girl scouts.
So, what’s a frozen thin mint lover to do? Create their own frozen chocolate minty deliciousness! And, even better, make it healthy!!
This Vegan Grasshopper Pie will have you forgetting all about those little cookies. It’s super easy to make and boasts a fudgy crust with a light-as-air minty cream filling.
The mint cream filling is fluffy and light with a super fresh minty taste that’s not overwhelming.
Truth be told, I’m not a huge mint fan, but I do like it paired with chocolate when it has a subtle flavor – like in those delectable cookies. The amount of mint I used in this icebox dessert is the perfect amount to bring out the minty freshness without overwhelming.
And that gorgeous pastel green color – that’s not food coloring! That is Oriya Organics Superfood Protein Medley!
This protein powder is organic, non-gmo, vegan, gluten free and raw.
All of Oriya Organics’ products are free from sweeteners (most plant based protein powders contain stevia, which has a very strong taste), fillers (xantham gum, soy lecithin, maltodextrin, etc.) and “natural” flavors, like chocolate or vanilla (which sometimes aren’t very natural at all). You’ll only find real, whole food, nutrient rich ingredients in these products.
The Superfood Protein Medley also contains all the essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. 18 grams of complete protein in every serving to be exact! Not to mention all the fiber, vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants each serving contains.
The texture of this Superfood Protein Powder is super fine. It blends beautifully with no chalky or gritty residue.
I didn’t even put the filling for this vegan grasshopper pie in the blender….just whisked it all up by hand.
And the flavor is neutral, so you won’t taste it either. Trust me, you would never know this tasty treat contains protein powder!
Don’t be afraid to take a few spoonfuls of the Mint Cream straight to your mouth before you even get around to pouring it on the crust. I was practically drinking the stuff!
Which reminds me, this protein powder is excellent in smoothies too! I think I’m going to have to make a mint cream smoothie next!
And the raw brownie crust is perfect all on its own as well. But, together, they are a match made in heaven. Fudgy crust, creamy filling, chocolate and mint – are you drooling yet?
My kids have claimed this to be their new favorite dessert and I certainly don’t disagree. And considering how easy it is to make, this might just be taking up space in our freezer every week.
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Vegan Grasshopper Pie
Ingredients
Raw Brownie Crust
- 1 ½ cup raw almonds
- 1 ½ cup raw pecans
- 3 tablespoons cacao powder (unsweetened cocoa powder will also work, but won’t be raw)
- ¼ cup flaxmeal
- 12-15 pitted Medjool dates (soaked for 15-20 minutes if they aren’t soft)
- 1-2 tablespoon(s) water (if needed)
Mint Cream
- 1 can coconut cream (not coconut milk)
- ¼ cup brown rice syrup (or pure maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- 2 tablespoons Oriya Organics Superfood Protein Medley
- 2-3 tablespoons organic powdered sugar
Instructions
For the Raw Brownie Crust:
- Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper so the ends hang over the sides (I like to spray the bottom of the pan before I place the parchment paper so it sticks to the bottoms and doesn’t move around while you spread the dough) and set aside.
- Place almonds and pecans in a food processor and pulse until a flour-like consistency.
- Add the cacao powder and flaxmeal and pulse a few times to combine.
- Add the dates and process until the mixture comes together into a sticky ball. Add 1-2 tbsp water if needed, to reach this consistency.
- Press the dough evenly into the pan and place in the freezer while you make the mint cream.
For the Mint Cream:
- Place the coconut cream, brown rice syrup, vanilla and mint extracts and the Oriya Organics Superfood Protein Medley in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until smooth. Add 1-2 tbsp of organic powdered sugar if you want it a bit sweeter.
- Pour the Mint Cream over the Raw Brownie Crust and place in the freezer to set. It should be firm enough in a couple of hours. Pull the whole 8×8 square out by the parchment paper “handles”. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition values are calculated using online calculators and are estimates only. Please verify using your own data.
Katie H says
This was fabulous! Tastes just like real brownie batter but soooo much healthier. Definitely keeping this recipe around.
Jenn Sebestyen says
I’m so happy you love it, Katie! Thank you!
Heidi says
Would it still taste as good if I left out the protein powder?
Jenn S. says
Yes, definitely! The protein powder is for the added nutrients and the beautiful color, but it doesn’t lend any flavor at all! Let me know if you try it!
Kathy Hester says
I love chocolate mint desserts and this one seems so easy to make. It’s on my list to make this week!
Jenn S. says
Yep, so easy! The hard part is just waiting for it to set up…luckily that doesn’t take too long either. I can’t wait to hear what you think, Kathy!!
Sina @ Vegan Heaven says
These look so delicious, Jenn! I love mint and chocolate together! 🙂
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Sina! It’s such a good combo, right?!
Gin says
You did it again Jenn. I seriously want to eat everything you make! These look like mint chocolate heaven!
Jenn S. says
Thank you so much, Gin! You are so sweet!
Lucie says
I love this! So healthy, delicious and totally gorgeous. And you get about 1000 bonus points for the speedy prep 🙂 simple recipes like this are my favorite. Bookmarking this for mother’s day my mum loves chocolate mint combinations 🙂
Jenn S. says
Oh yay! I hope your mom loves it…and you too! 🙂
Hauke Fox says
Really?? This cake is put together in 15 minutes and looks soo good?? Woaah, I’m in! 😀
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Hauke! It does have to set up in the freezer for about 30 minutes, but it’s prepped in 15 minutes. (No way in Easy Recipe to indicate that…it only asks for prep time and cook time). 🙂
alisamarie says
This recipe is over the top Jenn – I can’t believe how amazing it looks and how seamlessly you used protein powder. That’s always a challenge for me.
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Alisa!! This protein powder blended so perfectly! No aftertaste and no grittiness at all.
alisamarie says
That’s so good to know – I haven’t tried that brand.
Sophia @veggies dont bite says
Love mint and chocolate! Looks delicious and so pretty! Love that light green color.
Jenn S. says
Thanks, Sophia! The color turned out better than I had hoped for! 🙂
Linda @ Veganosity says
This is my favorite flavor combination. That is the most light and airy dessert, I can only imagine how creamy it tastes. I love that you put the green powder in it. Just perfect!
Jenn S. says
Thank you so much, Linda! It really did turn out even better than I imagined in my head! Love when that happens! 🙂