Cashew-Fudge-Caramel Ice Cream Pie

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Cashew-Fudge-Caramel Ice Cream Pie
330 min.
8
355kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of caramel, chocolate, and crunchy cashews in a heavenly dessert: the Cashew-Fudge-Caramel Ice Cream Pie. This popular dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a birthday, or simply craving something sweet after dinner.

Imagine sinking your fork into a creamy layer of dulce de leche ice cream, perfectly nestled in a buttery vanilla wafer crust. The addition of chocolate fudge topping adds a luscious swirl of flavor, while the cashew halves provide a satisfying crunch that elevates each bite. With a total preparation time of just over five hours, this pie is well worth the wait, as it allows the flavors to meld beautifully in the freezer.

Not only is this dessert a feast for the taste buds, but it also offers a visually stunning presentation that will impress your guests. Serve it at your next gathering, and watch as everyone savors the combination of textures and flavors. With each slice, you'll experience the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, making it a memorable finale to any meal. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 30  vanilla wafers 
  • 0.8 cup cashew pieces 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • cups dulce de leche softened
  • cup cream sauce 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In food processor bowl with metal blade, combine vanilla wafers and 1/2 cup of the cashews; process until finely ground.
  2. Add butter; process just until crumbly. Press mixture in bottom and up side of 9-inch glass pie pan.
  3. Bake at 350°F. for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Refrigerate crust for 20 minutes or until completely cooled.
  4. Spread 1 pint of the ice cream in cooled crust. Spoon or drizzle 1/2 cup of the ice cream topping over ice cream. Freeze about 30 minutes or until partially frozen.
  5. Top pie with remaining pint ice cream, spreading evenly. Freeze at least 4 hours or until firm.
  6. To serve, let pie stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  7. Cut into wedges; place on individual dessert plates. Top with remaining ice cream topping and cashew halves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories355kcal
Protein5.44%
Fat45.78%
Carbs48.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.27
Glycemic Load
13.24
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.3365216818841%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:354.69kcal
17.73%
Fat:18.35g
28.24%
Saturated Fat:7.38g
46.14%
Carbohydrates:44g
14.67%
Net Carbohydrates:42.23g
15.36%
Sugar:21.05g
23.39%
Cholesterol:15.86mg
5.29%
Sodium:268.99mg
11.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.91g
9.82%
Copper:0.4mg
19.88%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.06%
Magnesium:53.7mg
13.42%
Phosphorus:119.73mg
11.97%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.6%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.49%
Iron:1.3mg
7.24%
Fiber:1.78g
7.11%
Zinc:1.02mg
6.81%
Folate:24.56µg
6.14%
Potassium:208.34mg
5.95%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.63%
Vitamin K:5.57µg
5.31%
Selenium:3.35µg
4.79%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.06%
Vitamin A:178.03IU
3.56%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.91%
Calcium:24.8mg
2.48%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.58%