Pineapple Pie Flip

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, in syrup
• 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened
• 1/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
• 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts (optional)
• Whipped cream, for garnish

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, ice cream, and powdered sugar.
2. Beat until well blended.
3. Fold in the graham crackers and macadamia nuts, if desired.
4. Pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish and freeze for at least 4 hours.
5. When ready to serve, let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
6. Scoop into bowls and top with whipped cream.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Perfect for a warm-weather dessert
• Can be made ahead of time
• Ideal for a crowd

User Comments:

• "This was such a refreshing and delicious dessert! It was perfect for a hot summer day." - Sarah
• "I loved the combination of pineapple and ice cream. It was a unique and tasty treat." - Jessica
• "This was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it." - John
• "I made this for my family and they raved about it. It's definitely a keeper!" - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to freeze the dessert for at least 4 hours before serving. This will give it time to firm up and develop its flavor.
• If you don't have macadamia nuts, you can substitute another type of nut, such as peanuts or walnuts.
• To make a vegan version of this dessert, use dairy-free ice cream and whipped cream.