Description
Hula Pie is a delightfully easy, crowd-pleasing frozen dessert featuring a chocolate cookie crust filled with macadamia nut ice cream, topped with warm hot fudge, whipped cream, and crunchy macadamia nuts. This Hawaiian-inspired treat combines creamy, crunchy, and chocolaty textures, making it perfect for summer gatherings or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 chocolate cookie pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling
- 1 quart macadamia nut ice cream (or vanilla with chopped macadamia nuts)
Toppings
- 1 cup hot fudge sauce
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Soften the Ice Cream: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to spread.
- Fill the Crust: Spoon the softened ice cream into the chocolate cookie crust, smoothing it into a tall, domed mound to create a nice shape.
- Freeze the Pie: Place the assembled pie in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until it is very firm and set.
- Prepare to Serve: When ready, drizzle the warm hot fudge sauce over the top of the frozen pie, adding a luscious, gooey layer.
- Add Whipped Cream and Nuts: Generously top the pie with whipped cream, then sprinkle with chopped macadamia nuts and optional chocolate shavings for extra texture and flavor.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the pie and serve immediately with extra warm fudge sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- For a homemade crust, mix 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs with 1/4 cup melted butter, press into a pie dish, and freeze for 10 minutes before filling.
- You can experiment with other ice cream flavors like coffee or coconut for a fun and tasty twist.
- Allowing the ice cream to soften slightly makes spreading easier and results in a smoother finish.
- This pie is best served immediately after topping to enjoy the contrast of firm ice cream and warm fudge.
