In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a Creamy Grasshopper Drink. The Grasshopper pie that I uploaded yesterday is based on this cocktail. I have added vanilla ice cream to crème de menthe and crème de cacao and topped it with sweetened whipped cream, chocolate curls, and green maraschino cherries to make a gorgeous St. Patrick’s Day drink! Ingredients (for 2 generous drinks): 1 shot (1 ½ ounces) crème de menthe (You may substitute 1 tablespoon mint flavoring for a non-alcoholic version.) 1 shot (1 ½ ounces) crème de cacao (or cocoa) (You may substitute 1 tablespoon clear or white chocolate flavoring for a non-alcoholic version.) 4 large scoops vanilla ice cream 3 drops green food coloring sweetened whipped cream chocolate curls (I have a Quick Tip in bettyskitchen on making chocolate curls.) green maraschino cherries In the bowl of an electric blended, place 4 large scoops of vanilla ice cream. Add one shot of crème de menthe and one shot of crème de cacao. Set blended to “liquefy” and blend until blended and creamy. Add 3 drops green food coloring, for an intensified green coloring. Pour the Creamy Grasshopper Drink into tall dessert glasses or champagne flutes. Place a dollop of sweetened whipped cream on top of each drink. Sprinkle whipped cream with chocolate curls and top with a single green maraschino cherry. Enjoy! Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all of you! ?????
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March 17th, 2011 on 2:04 pm
No green shirt??
March 17th, 2011 on 2:20 pm
aw Betty, why did you have to upload this right before I go to bed? I have school tomorrow. Hehe
March 17th, 2011 on 2:36 pm
what do you know,they block the sun out where you live to,dam geoengineering
March 17th, 2011 on 3:01 pm
Man, being pregnant sucks. I can’t have the pie or the drink and I want it w/ the liqueur so it tastes right.
March 17th, 2011 on 3:35 pm
HOW ARE YOU BETTY~!!! I JUST WANTED TO SAY HI TO MY GOOD FRIEND ..AND THE BEST COOK ON YOUTUBE~!!!SERIOUSLY~…ONE LOVE AND TAKE CARE FROM NYC
March 17th, 2011 on 4:04 pm
are they here cows me want a cow -runs and steals on falls down getting crushed by cow cow moos-
March 17th, 2011 on 4:24 pm
Hi betty than you for such nice recipes. I hope to see you on Food network one day. : )
March 17th, 2011 on 4:29 pm
It’s great that you’ve provided non-alcoholic alternatives in your recipe because I’m a Muslim so no alcohol for me! Haha.
March 17th, 2011 on 4:51 pm
Ya’ know, when ever you make a video half the time I don’t even make the stuff you’re making. I just want to see you make it
hahha *creepsesh over*
March 17th, 2011 on 4:51 pm
Aww Betty, you look so pretty in this video. Thank you for the recipe! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
March 17th, 2011 on 4:52 pm
grasshopper?.. whys is called that? =)
March 17th, 2011 on 5:13 pm
@sandoga People who have never heard the name of grasshopper drink must be certainly wondering why this drink has such an unique name. Well, a grasshopper drink has nothing to do with grasshoppers! This drink is called so simply because of its color. The ingredient creme de menthe, contributes to the green color, which is exactly like that of a grasshopper. T his drink was first made in a bar of New Orleans, Louisiana.
–Betty
March 17th, 2011 on 6:44 pm
I grew up in the 1970’s and I clearly remember many foods being dyed green back then! Green mashed potatoes seemed to be very popular at parties, green whipped cream – even green devilled eggs lol!! Anyway, this drink looks much more attractive and very yummy!
March 17th, 2011 on 7:41 pm
Nice.
March 17th, 2011 on 8:17 pm
wow, that pic outside at the beginning was beautiful!
March 17th, 2011 on 8:30 pm
HAPPY ST. PATRICKS DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 17th, 2011 on 9:12 pm
apparently your adopting me? is that right? if so IM SO EXCITED & I JUST CAN’T HIDE IT I WANT TO BE FAT! i’d eat anything!
March 17th, 2011 on 11:22 pm
@bettyskitchen Hey thanks for the info =) , I’ve never heard of this before and was curious.
-Sam
March 18th, 2011 on 12:51 am
Thumbs up for people born and raised in Louisiana! Cajun Style!!
March 18th, 2011 on 1:00 am
What a great idea for a St. Patrick’s day gathering (something different from green beer:-). Thanks, Betty!
March 18th, 2011 on 5:02 am
If u ever do get a little spot of food colouring on your counter baking soda takes it off great just sprinkle some on and rub it in with a damp cloth
March 18th, 2011 on 7:13 am
Betty I am a twenty one year old in california living with my boyfriend and going to college and I absolutely love your videos. I have made a few of your things by now and you’re the only cooking channel I’m subscribed to. I just want to say thanks for posting such wonderful recipes, they’re really fun and I really enjoy them. I have to make this drink! ps- your grandson is adorable. (:
March 18th, 2011 on 7:52 am
Thank u very much dear Betty, i love everything you do. U’r becoming famous in mauritius!!
March 18th, 2011 on 8:23 am
I’m pretty sure it’s called Grasshopper as a reference to the Keebler Grasshopper cookies (mint chocolate)