Fudge Ribbon Pie 🥧

Overview:

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 34 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories per Serving: 336.5

Description:

Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Fudge Ribbon Pie, a delightful frozen dessert that combines rich fudge sauce, velvety peppermint ice cream, and a fluffy meringue topping. Perfect for any occasion, this pie is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone wanting more!

Ingredients:

For the Fudge Sauce:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 ounces chocolate
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

For the Pie:

• 1 baked 9-inch pastry shell
• 1 pint peppermint ice cream

For the Meringue:

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 2 tablespoons meringue powder
• 3 tablespoons crushed candy (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fudge Sauce:

1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and chocolate.
2. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly.
3. Reduce heat and boil gently for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and reduced to 1 1/2 cups.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
5. Beat until smooth with a wire whisk or rotary beater.
6. Set aside to cool completely.

2. Assemble the Pie:

1. In a chilled bowl, stir the peppermint ice cream until softened.
2. Spread the softened ice cream into the cooled baked pastry shell.
3. Cover with half of the cooled fudge sauce.
4. Freeze until nearly firm.
5. Repeat the layers with the remaining ice cream and fudge sauce.
6. Return to the freezer while preparing the meringue.

3. Make the Meringue:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, dissolve sugar in boiling water.
2. Cool to room temperature.
3. Add the meringue powder.
4. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold 3 tablespoons of crushed candy into the meringue.

4. Finish and Serve:

1. Spread the meringue over the frozen pie, sealing to the edges.
2. Sprinkle the top with the remaining crushed candy.
3. Freeze until firm (several hours).
4. Just before serving, preheat the oven to 475°F.
5. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 3 to 4 minutes or just until the meringue is lightly browned.
6. Cover loosely and return to the freezer for a few hours or overnight before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 336.5
• Fat: 13.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 6.6g
• Cholesterol: 12.8mg
• Sodium: 143.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 55.5g
  • Fiber: 1.3g
  • Sugar: 44.5g
• Protein: 2.8g

Tips and Variations:

• For a twist, try using different flavors of ice cream such as chocolate or vanilla.
• You can replace the peppermint ice cream with your favorite flavor for a personalized touch.
• Garnish with additional toppings such as whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries for added flair.
• Make sure to freeze the pie for several hours or overnight to ensure it sets properly before serving.
• Experiment with different types of candy for the meringue topping to add extra flavor and texture.

Indulge in the irresistible combination of creamy fudge, refreshing peppermint, and fluffy meringue with this sensational Fudge Ribbon Pie recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this frozen dessert is sure to become a family favorite!