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strawberry ice cream pie

This creamy Strawberry Ice Cream Pie features a buttery graham cracker crust with cinnamon, a rich dulce de leche layer, fresh sliced strawberries, and a silky no-churn strawberry ice cream topping. Finished with whipped cream and a dulce de leche drizzle, this frozen dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.25 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 6 tbsp salted butter melted
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.33 cup dulce de leche
  • 1 lb strawberries washed and stems removed
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 1.5 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.75 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 6 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 0.75 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.75 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 6 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Grease a 9-inch pie pan and preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a medium bowl and mix until well combined.
  • Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie pan, then bake for 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Add the 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream and 1/4 cup powdered sugar to a mixer bowl and whip on high until stiff peaks form.
  • Add about half of the whipped cream to the dulce de leche and gently fold together until combined.
  • Add the remaining whipped cream and fold gently until smooth and uniform.
  • Pour the dulce de leche filling into the pie crust and spread into an even layer.
  • Thinly slice 2-3 strawberries and arrange a single layer on top of the dulce de leche layer. Place in the freezer to chill while preparing the ice cream.
  • Cut 1.5 cups of strawberries in half and puree in a food processor until smooth (about 3/4 cup puree). Stir in 2 tbsp water.
  • In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1.5 tbsp cornstarch, then whisk in the strawberry puree.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  • Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and cool completely.
  • In a mixer bowl, whip 3/4 cup cold heavy cream and 6 tbsp powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold about half the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  • Fold in the remaining whipped cream, avoiding overmixing.
  • Gently fold the cooled strawberry mixture into the whipped base to form the ice cream filling.
  • Spread the strawberry ice cream evenly over the chilled pie. Smooth with a spatula.
  • Freeze the pie until firm, 4-5 hours or overnight.
  • Just before serving, whip 3/4 cup cold heavy cream, 6 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Drizzle dulce de leche over the ice cream, then pipe whipped cream around the edge. Top with halved strawberries if desired.
  • Freeze until ready to serve. Store leftovers tightly covered for up to 1 week.

Notes

For best results, allow the pie to sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts for clean, professional slices. For a brighter strawberry color, add 2-4 drops of red food coloring when folding in the cooled puree (optional).