No-Bake Chocolate Ice Cream Pie with Oreo Crust
An indulgent, no-bake pie featuring a crunchy Oreo cookie crust filled with a luscious chocolate ice cream center, perfect for hot days. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers cookies Oreo cookies, melted unsalted butter, semisweet chocolate chips into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 24 cookies Oreo cookies
- 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 quart slightly softened vanilla ice cream
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup for topping (optional) whipped cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Pulse 24 Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely ground. Pour into a mixing bowl and stir in 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter until evenly moistened.
- Step 2: Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Freeze crust for 15 minutes to set.
- Step 3: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 8 oz semisweet chocolate chips with 1 cup heavy cream, stirring until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 4: In a large bowl, combine 1 quart slightly softened vanilla ice cream with 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder. Fold in the cooled chocolate ganache until fully incorporated.
- Step 5: Pour the chocolate ice cream filling into the chilled Oreo crust, smoothing the top. Freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Step 6: Before serving, optionally spread or pipe 1 cup whipped cream over the pie. Slice and serve cold.
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Chocolate Ice Cream Pie with Oreo Crust take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (25 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Chocolate Ice Cream Pie with Oreo Crust?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Chocolate Ice Cream Pie with Oreo Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Chocolate Ice Cream Pie with Oreo Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Chocolate Ice Cream Pie with Oreo Crust?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
