5-Ingredient S’mores Ice Cream Pie Recipe
This 5-Ingredient S’mores Ice Cream Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert combining a buttery graham cracker crust, rich chocolate ice cream, and fluffy toasted meringue topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or any time you crave a nostalgic s’mores flavor with an icy twist. Served best chilled alongside a refreshing BUBBL’R wild cherry chill’r.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake with Baking and Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Crust
- 2 packets graham crackers
- ½ cup butter, melted
Filling
- 1 ½ quarts chocolate ice cream
Meringue Topping
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated cane sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Serving Suggestion
- BUBBL’R wild cherry chill’r (for serving)
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease or line an 8-inch nonstick cheesecake pan or pie plate generously with butter to prevent sticking.
- Make the Crust: In a food processor, combine the graham crackers with melted butter. Pulse until the mixture achieves a crumb-like texture. Transfer the crumbs into the prepared pan, pressing evenly across the bottom and up the sides using your fingers or the back of a spoon to form the crust.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Remove from the oven and immediately transfer it to the freezer for 10-30 minutes to chill and set.
- Soften Ice Cream: While the crust chills, leave the chocolate ice cream out at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to soften, making it easier to spread.
- Assemble Pie Filling: Scoop the softened ice cream into the chilled crust, pressing gently to distribute evenly without disturbing the crust layer.
- Freeze Pie: Place the assembled pie back into the freezer to firm up while preparing the meringue topping.
- Prepare Double Boiler: Fill a small pot about one-third full with water and bring to a boil. Set a heatproof bowl over the pot, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.
- Dissolve Sugar in Egg Whites: Combine egg whites and granulated cane sugar in the bowl over the boiling water. Whisk constantly for about 6-8 minutes until the sugar has fully dissolved and the mixture is warm to the touch.
- Whip Meringue: Transfer the warm egg white mixture to a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract if using.
- Top the Pie: Spoon the meringue evenly over the ice cream layer, covering it completely.
- Toast the Meringue: Use a kitchen torch to carefully toast the meringue topping until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Freeze Before Serving: Return the pie to the freezer for at least 2 hours to fully set before slicing and serving.
- Serve: Enjoy slices of the s’mores ice cream pie accompanied by a chilled BUBBL’R wild cherry chill’r for a perfect refreshment pairing.
Notes
- Use full-fat chocolate ice cream for the creamiest texture.
- If you don’t have a food processor, crush graham crackers in a sealed plastic bag using a rolling pin.
- The kitchen torch step can be skipped if you prefer a soft meringue topping.
- Make sure to chill the crust well before adding the ice cream to prevent sogginess.
- The meringue topping contains raw egg whites; if concerned, use pasteurized egg whites.
- For extra flavor, consider adding mini marshmallows on top before toasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of pie)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: s'mores ice cream pie, easy ice cream dessert, graham cracker crust, chocolate ice cream pie, meringue topping dessert