Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
- 1 pint mint chocolate chip mellorine (frozen dessert)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Rubber spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
2. Fold in the pint of mint chocolate chip mellorine with a rubber spatula until fully combined.
3. Pour the mixture into the pre-made graham cracker crust and smooth out the top.
4. Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of the pie.
5. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
6. Once the pie is frozen, remove it from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 4 hours (freezing time)
Temperature:
Freeze at 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Fat per serving: 20g
Saturated fat per serving: 12g
Cholesterol per serving: 60mg
Sodium per serving: 150mg
Carbohydrates per serving: 32g
Fiber per serving: 1g
Sugar per serving: 22g
Protein per serving: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of mint chocolate chip mellorine, you can use any flavor of mellorine or ice cream.
- Instead of graham cracker crust, you can use an Oreo cookie crust or a chocolate cookie crust.
- Instead of peppermint extract, you can use vanilla extract or almond extract.
Variations:
- Add chopped Andes mints on top of the pie for extra minty flavor.
- Use chocolate shavings instead of chocolate chips for a more elegant presentation.
- Add a layer of hot fudge sauce on top of the graham cracker crust before adding the mellorine mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the heavy cream is cold before whipping it to ensure it whips up properly.
- Don't overmix the mellorine mixture or it will become too soft and won't freeze properly.
- To make slicing easier, run a knife under hot water before cutting the pie.
Storage instructions:
Store the pie in the freezer, covered with plastic wrap, for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
This pie is served frozen and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pie on a cake stand or platter and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Garnishes:
Fresh mint leaves, chocolate shavings, chopped Andes mints, whipped cream.
Pairings:
Coffee, hot chocolate, or a glass of milk.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mellorine mixture is too soft, freeze it for an additional hour or until firm.
- If the pie is difficult to slice, run a knife under hot water before cutting.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to keep the pie frozen until ready to serve to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Mellorine is a frozen dessert that was created as a cheaper alternative to ice cream in the early 1900s.
Flavor profiles:
Minty, chocolatey, creamy, sweet.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pie as a refreshing dessert after a summer barbecue or as a special treat for a holiday gathering.
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