Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie Recipe

This Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie is a creamy and refreshing recipe, which is made with orange sherbet and a crisp vanilla wafer crust. It’s the perfect summer dessert, ready in about 35 minutes, plus freezing time.

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Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie Recipe Ingredients

• 60 vanilla wafer cookies (about 7 1/2 ounces)
• 3 Tbsp. sugar
• 6 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
• 1 pt. vanilla ice cream, softened
• 2 cups orange sherbet, softened
• 1 to 2 ounces white chocolate, shaved with a vegetable peeler

How To Make Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie Recipe

1. Prep the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Make the crust: In a food processor, pulse the vanilla wafers and sugar until they form fine crumbs. Drizzle in the melted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
3. Bake the crust: Bake the crust for 10 to 12 minutes, until it’s set and lightly browned. Let it cool on a wire rack for about 20 minutes, then freeze for 10 minutes until firm and cold.
4. Assemble the pie: Scoop alternating mounds of the softened vanilla ice cream and orange sherbet into the chilled crust. Use the back of a spoon or a small spatula to press the ice cream into the crust, gently blending the two to create a swirled effect.
5. Freeze until firm: Freeze the pie for at least 4 hours, or until it is completely firm.
6. Garnish and serve: Just before serving, top the pie with shaved white chocolate.

Recipe Tips

• How do I soften ice cream without melting it? The best way to soften ice cream for a pie is to leave it on the counter at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes. It should be easy to scoop and spread but not liquidy.
• How do I get a perfect crust? Use the flat bottom of a measuring cup or glass to press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the pie plate. This helps create a sturdy crust that won’t crumble when you slice it.
• What’s the best way to create the swirl effect? Don’t overmix! The goal is to see distinct swirls of orange and white. Gently blend the mounds of ice cream and sherbet with just a few strokes of a spatula.
• Can I make this pie completely no-bake? Yes. Instead of baking the crust, you can simply freeze it for at least 30 minutes until it is very firm before adding the ice cream filling.

What To Serve With This Ice Cream Pie

This pie is a fantastic dessert all on its own, but you could add a few simple touches.

• A drizzle of caramel sauce
• Fresh orange segments on the side
• A dollop of extra whipped cream

How To Store Ice Cream Pie

• Freeze: Cover the pie tightly with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals from forming. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 week. Let it sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut.

Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 380 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Sugar: 30g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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