Caramel Ice Cream Dessert
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Six | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful frozen dessert featuring a baked nutty crust layered with softened ice cream and rich caramel topping. Perfect for serving a crowd at any gathering.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 15 mins | 4 hours | 12-15 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Cookie sheet
- 9”x13” pan
Ingredients
Crust and Toppings
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Butter or Margarine | Melted |
| 1 cup | Flour | Standard |
| 1/4 cup | Brown Sugar | Packed |
| 1/2 cup | Chopped Nuts | Chopped |
| 1/2 gallon | Ice Cream | Slightly softened (Praline & Cream or Melt Caramel Cone recommended) |
| 8 oz | Caramel Ice Cream Topping | Ready to use |
Instructions
Step 1: Baking the Crust
- Melt the 1/2 cup butter or margarine.
- Mix together 1/2 cup butter or margarine, 1 cup flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 325°F for 15 minutes until golden and fragrant, then chop into small pieces.
Step 2: Assembling and Freezing
- Spread half of the baked crumb mixture on the bottom of a 9”x13” pan.
- Spread 1/2 gallon ice cream on top of the mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of the ice cream.
- Drizzle 8 oz caramel ice cream topping over the top.
- Place in the freezer until firm and ready to serve.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store covered in the freezer for up to a week before serving.
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