Description
Experience the tropical bliss of Duke’s Hula Pie, a decadent dessert with a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, creamy vanilla ice cream blended with macadamia nuts, and a luscious topping of whipped cream and chocolate fudge sauce. This delightful pie is perfect for any celebration, bringing a taste of paradise to your dessert table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (about 20 cookies)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
- 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
- 1 cup whipped cream
- ½ cup chocolate fudge sauce
- ½ cup toasted coconut flakes (optional)
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated, resembling wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan, using the bottom of a measuring cup for an even layer.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir the softened vanilla ice cream with a spatula until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the chopped macadamia nuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour the ice cream mixture into the cooled chocolate cookie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Create a slight dome in the center for presentation.
- Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- In a medium bowl, gently fold the whipped cream until light and fluffy. Optionally, sweeten with powdered sugar or vanilla extract.
- Remove the pie from the freezer and spread the whipped cream evenly over the ice cream layer, creating swirls and peaks.
- Drizzle chocolate fudge sauce over the whipped cream. Optionally, add toasted coconut flakes for extra texture.
- If using, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the whipped cream and fudge sauce.
- Top with maraschino cherries for a festive touch.
- Cover with plastic wrap and return to the freezer for at least another hour.
- When ready to serve, let the pie sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes for easier slicing.
- Cut into wedges using a sharp knife (dipping in warm water helps create clean slices). Serve each slice on a plate, drizzling extra chocolate fudge sauce on top if desired.
- Enjoy your homemade Dukes Hula Pie with friends and family!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using dark chocolate cookie crumbs.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite nuts or fruits.
- This pie can be made a day in advance, making it perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes