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CHOCOLATE PECAN ICE CREAM TORTE
This delectable dessert layers my favorite ice cream (chocolate) and my husband's favorite (butter pecan) on a shortbread crust, along with chocolate candy pieces, toasted pecans and caramel topping. It never fails to impress our guests. -Kelly Arvay, Barberton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 16-20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For caramel sauce, heat caramel topping and candy bars in a microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until candy bars are melted, stirring every 30 seconds. Cool., Combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a greased 10-in. springform pan. Chop 1/2 cup pecans. , Spoon half of the butter pecan ice cream over crust. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons caramel sauce; sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped pecans. Spread with half of the chocolate ice cream. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons caramel sauce; sprinkle with remaining chopped pecans. , Spoon remaining butter pecan ice cream around edge of pan; spread remaining chocolate ice cream in center of pan. Cover and freeze overnight. Refrigerate remaining caramel sauce., Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan. Reheat caramel sauce. Garnish torte with remaining pecan halves; drizzle with 2 tablespoons caramel sauce. Serve with remaining caramel sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CHOCOLATE PECAN ICE CREAM
Steps:
- Stir 8 ounces chocolate in top of double boiler over simmering water until melted and smooth. Remove from over water. Bring cream and half and half to boil in heavy large saucepan. Whisk yolks and sugar in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in hat cream mixture. return mixture to same saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until custard thickens and leaves path on bake of spoon when finger is drawn across, about 3 minutes (do not boil). Strain custard into large bowl. Whisk in melted chocolate. Cover and refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours.
- Mix 7 ounces chopped chocolate and pecans into custard. Process mixture in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to container an freeze. (Can be make 3 days ahead.)
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the ice cream will taste. Use real chocolate, fresh cream, and roasted pecans.
- Don't overchurn the ice cream: Overchurning can make the ice cream icy and grainy. Churn the ice cream just until it is thick and creamy.
- Let the ice cream ripen before serving: After churning, let the ice cream ripen in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This will help the flavors to develop and the ice cream to firm up.
- Store the ice cream properly: Store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
This chocolate pecan ice cream is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is rich, creamy, and packed with chocolate and pecan flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this ice cream at home in no time. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give this chocolate pecan ice cream recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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