Ingredients and Weight:
- Ready-made pie crust (available in supermarkets): 1 (9-inch)
- Caramel filling (homemade or store-bought): 300 grams
- Vanilla ice cream: 500 grams
- Chocolate sauce or caramel sauce: 50 ml for drizzling on top
- Salted caramel topping (optional): 50 grams
- Fresh fruit of choice (e.g., strawberries, blueberries): 1 cup
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes (if using homemade caramel filling) + ice cream freezing time
- Total: about 1 hour 15 minutes (including ice cream freezing)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the caramel filling if using homemade, else thaw the store-bought one.
- Pour the caramel filling into the pie crust.
- Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or until the ice cream is solid.
- Remove from the freezer and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce and add a sprinkle of salted caramel topping (if using).
- Garnish with fresh fruit of choice.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the exact nutritional information depends on the ingredients used, their quantity, and any additional toppings.)
- Calories: Approx. 500 per serving (excluding optional toppings)
- Fat: Moderate
- Carbohydrates: High (due to caramel and ice cream)
- Protein: Moderate (from ice cream and pie crust)
Dish Characteristics:
- Combination of sweet and salty flavors with the caramel drizzle and optional salted caramel topping.
- Rich and creamy due to the combination of caramel filling and vanilla ice cream.
- Great for dessert or as a special treat.
User Comments:
- "This pie was amazing! The caramel flavor was rich and the ice cream added a nice contrast."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The caramel drizzle was a great finishing touch."
- "This pie was a hit with my family! The preparation was easy and it tasted delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that all ingredients are at room temperature before starting the preparation to ensure even distribution of flavors and textures.
- Use a good-quality caramel filling to ensure the best flavor and texture in the final dish.
- If using homemade caramel filling, ensure it is not too runny or it may not set properly when combined with the ice cream.
