Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1.5 cup

Chocolate graham cracker crumbs

finely ground

6 tbsp

Butter

melted

5.9 unit

Instant chocolate pudding

2 cup

Chocolate ice cream

melted

0.25 cup

Baileys Irish Cream

6 unit

Semisweet chocolate

2 tbsp

Unsalted butter

1 unit

Whipped cream

for serving

Step 1
~12 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~12 min

Mix chocolate graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well blended.

Step 3
~12 min

Press mixture into an 8 or 9-inch pie plate.

Step 4
~12 min

Bake for 7 minutes.

Step 5
~12 min

Cool at room temperature for 5 minutes.

Step 6
~12 min

Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 30 minutes.

Step 7
~12 min

Whisk together melted chocolate ice cream, Irish cream, and pudding mix until combined and thickening.

Step 8
~12 min

Spread the mixture into the prepared pie shell.

Step 9
~12 min

Freeze for an hour.

Step 10
~12 min

Combine chocolate and butter in a bowl set over simmering water.

Step 11
~12 min

Stir until smooth and melted.

Step 12
~12 min

Gently spread on top of frozen pudding pie.

Step 13
~12 min

Return the pie to the refrigerator.

Step 14
~12 min

Let set for 2-3 hours.

Step 15
~12 min

Serve chilled with whipped cream and cocoa powder, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache topping.

Chill the pie thoroughly for best results.

Dust with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Coffee
Espresso

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

St. Patrick's Day
Christmas
Birthdays

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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