Cherry Ice Cream Pie With Chocolate Cookie Crust
Introduction
Ice cream pie is one of the most delicious desserts out there. It is a perfect dessert for any occasion, and it is also very easy to make. Cherry ice cream pie with chocolate cookie crust is a dessert that is both sweet and refreshing. This dessert is perfect for summer days when you want to cool down with a cold and sweet treat.Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For the filling:
- 1 pint cherry ice cream, softened
- 1/2 cup cherry preserves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix together the cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
5. Spread the softened cherry ice cream over the cooled crust.
6. Heat the cherry preserves in a small saucepan over low heat until melted.
7. Pour the melted cherry preserves over the cherry ice cream, spreading it evenly.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
9. Spread the whipped cream over the cherry preserves.
10. Sprinkle the chocolate shavings over the top of the whipped cream.
11. Freeze the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Variations
There are many variations to this recipe that you can try. You can try using different flavors of ice cream, such as vanilla or chocolate. You can also use different types of preserves, such as raspberry or strawberry. Additionally, you can change the crust to a graham cracker crust or a shortbread crust.
Serving
When serving, let the pie sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Slice the pie and serve with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top.
Conclusion
Cherry ice cream pie with chocolate cookie crust is a refreshing and delicious dessert that is perfect for summer days. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Try this recipe out for your next gathering and enjoy the sweet and refreshing taste of this dessert.
