Chocolate Sherbet Ice Cream Pie
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Chocolate sherbert ice cream pie
This delightful Chocolate Sherbet Ice Cream Pie is a perfect treat for any occasion. With a rich chocolate crust and a refreshing sherbet filling, it's sure to please everyone at the table. This recipe is adjusted to serve 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 pint of chocolate sherbet
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Place the crust in the freezer for at least 15 minutes to set.
- Allow the pint of chocolate sherbet to soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes. It should be soft enough to spread but not melted.
- Once the crust has set, spread the softened chocolate sherbet evenly over the crust.
- Place the pie back in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the sherbet layer.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles if desired.
- Return the pie to the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until fully set.
- Before serving, let the pie sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes to make slicing easier.
This Chocolate Sherbet Ice Cream Pie is a simple yet impressive dessert that's perfect for any gathering. The combination of the crunchy chocolate crust, creamy sherbet filling, and fluffy whipped cream topping is sure to be a hit. Enjoy!