Ingredients
Oreo Crust
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 12 Oreos (or other chocolate sandwich cookies)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Ice Cream Layers
- 14 ounces cherry ice cream
- 14 ounces chocolate ice cream
- 14 ounces pistachio ice cream
Optional Garnishes
- Coarsely chopped pistachios
- 1 chocolate bar (for chocolate curls)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a bread pan with parchment paper, allowing for an overhang on the sides to easily lift out the dessert later. This step is crucial for easy removal after freezing.
- Make Oreo Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Using a blender or food processor, pulse the Oreos until they form fine crumbs, no need to separate the cream filling. Combine the Oreo crumbs with the melted butter and salt, mixing thoroughly to create a crumbly crust mixture. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared bread pan, using the bottom of a flat measuring cup to compact it evenly into a solid crust. Bake for 8 minutes, then remove and set aside to cool completely.
- Layer the Ice Cream: Once the crust is completely cool, start layering the ice cream by adding alternating scoops of cherry, chocolate (or vanilla if preferred), and pistachio ice cream directly over the crust. Firmly press each scoop down with the back of the ice cream scoop to ensure the filling is compact and level. For added texture, you can optionally add a layer of nuts or dried fruit between ice cream layers. Continue until the pan is uniformly filled and the top is level.
- Freeze: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or foil and place it in the freezer overnight, or until the ice cream is completely solidified.
- Serve: Use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the frozen dessert from the pan. To slice, run a knife under hot water and wipe dry before cutting through the ice cream to achieve clean slices. Garnish with coarsely chopped pistachios and chocolate curls made from the chocolate bar if desired. Serve immediately and promptly return any leftovers to the freezer, covered tightly.
Notes
- Do not skip lining the pan with parchment paper; it makes removing the frozen dessert much easier.
- Chocolate curls can be made by scraping a chocolate bar with a vegetable peeler to create decorative shavings.
- For clean slicing, heat the knife with hot water and dry it before each cut to prevent sticking and cracking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
