Salted Caramel Pretzel Ice Cream Pie

• 1 1/2 cups crushed pretzels
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 pint salted caramel ice cream, softened
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce, divided
• Pretzel pieces, for garnish

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 350°F (for melting butter, if needed).
2. 2 Mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
3. 3 Press the pretzel mixture into a 9-inch pie dish.
4. 4 Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
5. 5 Spread softened ice cream evenly over the crust.
6. 6 Freeze for at least 4 hours.
7. 7 Drizzle with 1/4 cup caramel sauce before serving.
8. 8 Garnish with pretzel pieces and additional caramel sauce.

Equipment

• 9-inch pie dish
• mixing bowl
• spatula

Variations

• Swap pretzels for crushed cookies for a different texture.
• Use chocolate ice cream for a richer flavor.

Substitutions

• Use almond butter instead of unsalted butter for a nutty crust.
• Substitute store-bought caramel sauce with homemade sauce.

Pairings

• Fresh berries
• Whipped cream

Nutrition

Tips

• For best results, soften the ice cream slightly before spreading.
• Freeze any leftover pie for up to 2 weeks.

Storage

Keep frozen in an airtight container. Let thaw at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.

Freezing: Freezes well for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Pair with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

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