Q1: How do I soften ice cream without it melting into a soupy mess?

The best and most controlled way to soften a quart of hard, frozen ice cream is to place it in the refrigerator for about 20 to 30 minutes before you need to use it. This will soften it evenly, making it easy to spread without it becoming completely melted.

Q2: How do I keep the banana slices from turning brown in the pie?

The bananas are layered on the bottom and are quickly covered by the ice cream, which protects them from the air and largely prevents them from browning. If you are concerned, you can gently toss the banana slices with a teaspoon of fresh lemon or pineapple juice before layering them in the crust.

Q3: How do I get clean, beautiful slices of a frozen ice cream pie? T

The secret is a very firm freeze and a hot knife . Make sure the pie has been in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. When you're ready to slice it, fill a tall glass with hot water. Dip a long, sharp knife in the hot water for a few seconds, quickly wipe it dry with a towel, and then make one clean cut. Repeat this process of heating and wiping the knife for every single slice you make.

Q4: Can I make this dessert dairy-free or vegan?

Yes, with the wide variety of dairy-free products available today, you can easily make a vegan version of this pie! Use a vegan chocolate cookie to make the crust with melted coconut oil or vegan butter. Use your favorite brand of dairy-free strawberry ice cream, and top it with a whipped topping made from coconut cream.

Q5: What are the best chocolate wafers to use for the crust?

The classic choice for a chocolate wafer crust is the 9-ounce box of Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers , which are usually found in the cookie aisle or near the ice cream toppings. If you can't find them, you can also use about 20-22 Oreo cookies (with the filling removed), finely crushed in a food processor.

The Ultimate Easy No-Bake Banana Split Ice Cream Pie

A no-bake frozen dessert that captures all the classic flavors of a banana split in a pie form. This recipe features a simple crust made from crushed chocolate wafer cookies and melted butter. The crust is layered with fresh banana slices, a thick layer of softened strawberry ice cream, and well-drained crushed pineapple. The pie is then topped with a layer of fresh whipped cream, sprinkled with chopped walnuts, and garnished with maraschino cherries before being frozen until firm.

Author: Grace
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (includes freezing time)
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake, Layering, Freezing
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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20 chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed
¼ cup butter, melted
2 bananas, sliced
1 quart strawberry ice cream, softened
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup maraschino cherries (Optional)

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix the finely crushed cookie crumbs with the melted butter.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to form the crust.
Arrange the sliced bananas in an even layer over the bottom of the crust.
Carefully spread the softened strawberry ice cream in an even layer over the bananas.
Top the ice cream with the drained crushed pineapple.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the pineapple layer.
Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top of the whipped cream.
Place the pie in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until it is firm.
Garnish with maraschino cherries, if desired, just before serving.

Notes

This is a completely no-bake recipe, perfect for a hot day when you don’t want to use the oven.
It is important to drain the crushed pineapple very well to prevent the pie from becoming icy.
Let the ice cream soften at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to make it easily spreadable.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
Calories: 450-550
Sugar: 40-50 g
Sodium: 200-280 mg
Fat: 28-35 g
Saturated Fat: 16-22 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 50-60 g
Fiber: 3-4 g
Protein: 5-7 g
Cholesterol: 70-90 mg

Find it online: https://www.eatswithsoul.com/banana-split-ice-cream-pie/