Grasshopper Pie

By didoc

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Step 1

* In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in 3/4 cup whipped topping. Fold in 3/4 cup candies. Spoon into crust.
* In another bowl, combine extract and remaining whipped topping; add food coloring if desired. Spread over pudding layer; sprinkle with remaining candies. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.