Make this easy, creamy frozen dessert using a simple Oreo crust. This no bake ice cream pie recipe is perfect for summer parties or any time you need a make ahead dessert.
Prepare the crust: Combine the crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
Freeze the crust: Place the pie plate in the freezer for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.
Assemble the pie: Remove the crust from the freezer. Spread the slightly softened ice cream evenly over the frozen crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Refreeze: Return the pie to the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the ice cream is firm.
Make the topping: In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Top and serve: Spread or pipe the whipped cream topping over the frozen ice cream layer. Add your desired toppings like fudge sauce or peanuts.
Final freeze: Freeze the finished ice cream pie for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving. Slice with a sharp, warm knife for clean cuts.
Notes
For a customizable ice cream pie, use two different flavors of softened ice cream, layering them alternately for a striped effect.
If you want a peanut butter ice cream pie, mix 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter into the softened ice cream before spreading it into the crust.
To easily remove the pie from the plate for serving, line the pie plate with plastic wrap before pressing in the crust.