Q1: What is the difference between a refrigerator pie and a freezer pie?

A refrigerator pie (or an icebox pie) has a filling that is designed to set up to a firm but creamy, scoopable texture at refrigerator temperatures. A freezer pie , like this one, is designed to be frozen solid and served like an ice cream pie. Its texture will be much firmer, and it needs to be frozen for many hours to set up properly.

Q2: My cream cheese filling is lumpy. What did I do wrong?

A lumpy filling is almost always caused by using cream cheese that is not fully softened to room temperature. If the cream cheese is still cold and firm, it won't be able to beat into a smooth, creamy consistency with the other ingredients, and you will be left with small lumps. Be sure to let your cream cheese sit out on the counter for at least an hour or two before you begin.

Q3: Can I make this in one large 9x13-inch dish instead of two pies?

Yes, absolutely! This recipe works perfectly in a 9x13-inch dish. Simply layer the ingredients as directed: a layer of the filling, a drizzle of half the caramel, the rest of the filling, the rest of the caramel, and then the toasted topping.

Q4: How do I keep the toasted topping from getting soft or soggy?

The key is to make sure your toasted pecan and coconut mixture is completely cool before you sprinkle it on top of the pie. If you add it while it's still warm, the steam can get trapped and make it less crunchy. The freezer will then lock in that perfect, crisp texture.

Q5: Can I use real homemade whipped cream instead of frozen whipped topping?

For this particular freezer pie, it is highly recommended to use a stabilized frozen whipped topping like Cool Whip. Real whipped cream contains more water and can become icy and dense when frozen for a long period. The texture of frozen whipped topping is specifically designed to stay smooth, light, and scoopable when frozen.

The Ultimate Easy No-Bake Freezer Caramel Drizzle Pie

The Ultimate No-Bake Freezer Caramel Drizzle Pie

An easy, no-bake freezer pie recipe that makes two pies, perfect for a crowd. The dessert features a rich and creamy filling made from beaten cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and thawed whipped topping. This filling is layered with caramel ice cream topping inside two pre-made graham cracker crusts. The pies are finished with a crunchy, buttery topping of toasted pecans and shredded coconut, then frozen until solid.

Author: Evelyn
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 25 minutes (includes freezing time)
Yield: 16 servings (2 pies) 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake, Layering, Freezing
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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6 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (7 ounce) package shredded coconut
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crusts
1 (12 ounce) jar caramel ice cream topping

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Instructions

Make the Topping: Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut until coated.
Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until both the pecans and coconut are lightly toasted and fragrant. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the sweetened condensed milk and the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until just combined.
Assemble the Pies: Spoon one-quarter of the whipped topping mixture into the bottom of each of the two graham cracker crusts.
Top each with one-quarter of the caramel topping.
Repeat the layers once more in each pie, using the remaining whipped topping mixture and caramel topping.
Sprinkle the toasted coconut and pecan mixture evenly over the top of both pies.
Freeze: Freeze the pies for at least 8 hours, or overnight, until firm.
Let the pie sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

This recipe uses several convenience items (prepared crusts, whipped topping) to make two full pies quickly and easily.
It is important that the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure the filling is smooth and free of lumps.
The pies require a long freezing time of at least 8 hours to set properly for slicing.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of a pie)
Calories: 550-650
Sugar: 50-60 g
Sodium: 250-350 mg
Fat: 35-45 g
Saturated Fat: 22-28 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 50-60 g
Fiber: 2-3 g
Protein: 6-8 g
Cholesterol: 50-70 mg

Find it online: https://cookupjoy.com/freezer-caramel-drizzle-pie/