Grasshopper Pie

 

1-1/2 cps.cold 2% milk

1 pkg. (3.9 ox.) instant chocolate pudding mix

2-3/4 cps. whipped topping

1 pkg. Andes mint candies, chopped

1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)

1/2 tsp. mint extract

2 drops green food coloring, optional

 

In small bowl, whisk milk & pudding mix for 2 minutes.  Stir in 3/4 cup whipped topping.  Fold in 3/4 cup of the mint candies.  Spoon into crust.

Place remaining 2 cups whipped topping in another bowl.  Fold in mint extract & if desired, food coloring.  Spread over pudding mixture & sprinkle remaining candies on top.  Cover, refrigerate 4 hours or until set.