Frozen Brandy Alexander Pie delivers creamy flavors accented by chocolate, coffee, and brandy in a crisp cookie base.
# Components:
→ Crust
01 - 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer cookie crumbs
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Filling
04 - 1 quart vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
05 - 1/4 cup crème de cacao (dark or white)
06 - 1/4 cup brandy
07 - 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
→ Topping
08 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
09 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - Grated chocolate or chocolate curls, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow to come to temperature.
02 - Combine chocolate wafer cookie crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Press crumb mixture evenly into the base and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then cool completely.
04 - In a large bowl, blend softened vanilla ice cream, crème de cacao, brandy, and espresso powder until smooth.
05 - Pour ice cream mixture into cooled crust. Smooth surface and freeze until firm, minimum 3 hours.
06 - Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
07 - Spread whipped cream over frozen filling. Garnish with grated chocolate or chocolate curls.
08 - Let dessert stand at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before slicing for optimal texture.
