Grasshopper Parfaits

These grasshopper parfaits are a fun twist on the classic grasshopper pie and are really easy to make, but look so fancy. With layers of mint cheesecake mousse and crushed mint Oreos, these parfaits are an irresistible treat perfect for St. Patrick's Day. They are rich, creamy, sweet, and crazy delicious! Plus, they're gluten and dairy-free.

Author: Chloe's Creative Kitchen

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 688 kcal per serving

Ingredients

18 - Mint Oreo
8 ounces - Vegan Cream Cheese, Plain
½ cup - powdered sugar
¾ tsp - Peppermint Extract
10 ounces - Coconut Whipped Topping
½ tsp - Artificial Dye-Free Food Coloring, green and blue

Instructions

Place 14 Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse several times until crumbs form. Alternatively, place cookies in a plastic zipper bag and crush with your hands or a rolling pin. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add in powdered sugar and peppermint extract and beat until combined and creamy.
Measure 1/2 cup whipped topping to reserve for topping the parfaits. Set aside.
Into the bowl with the cream cheese mixture, add in the rest of the tub of whipped topping and gently fold in with a rubber spatula until combined. Add in a few drops of green and blue food colorings and fold to combine, adding more until it reaches your desired mint green color. The blue coloring is optional but helps to form a more minty shade of green.
In four small jars or glasses, alternate the mint cheesecake mousse with the crushed Oreos. Top with the reserved 1/2 cup whipped topping and remaining whole Oreos.
Serve immediately. If serving later, keep the prepared mint cheesecake mousse in the fridge, then assemble with the crushed Oreos when ready to serve. This keeps the cookies crunchy and not soggy. Enjoy!

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