Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie

Even non-pumpkin lovers will devour this pie. The crunchy crust is a perfect match for the frozen creamy filling.

Ingredients

Crust:

1 1/2 cups crushed ginger snaps

1 tablespoon GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1/4 cup butter, melted

Filling:

1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1 cup canned pumpkin (not pie filling)

1/2 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

additional whipped cream for garnish, optional

Honey Tips

Honey Flavors and Colors

Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.

Directions

Preheat oven to 300°. Spray a 9-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray.
Crust:
Combine crushed ginger snaps, honey and butter. Press into the bottom and up sides of prepared pan. Bake 12-15 minutes. Remove to rack to cool.
Filling:
Spoon ice cream evenly into cooled crust. Place in freezer while preparing pumpkin.
Whip cream and vanilla until soft peaks form.
In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, honey and spices. Gently fold in whipped cream. Spoon over ice cream. Freeze at least 8 hours.
To serve, pipe additional whipped cream around edge of pie before slicing.
Serves: 8