Introduction

This Ice Cream Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy Oreo crust and creamy cookies and cream ice cream layers, perfect for warm days or any time you crave something cool and sweet. It combines crunchy textures with smooth, rich flavors for an irresistible treat.

A slice of cookies and cream ice cream pie sits on a white plate over a white marbled surface, showing three main layers: a dark, crumbly chocolate crust at the bottom, a thick, creamy light beige cookies and cream ice cream layer with visible cookie pieces in the middle, and a swirl of white whipped cream on top drizzled generously with dark chocolate sauce that spills over the sides, with scattered cookie crumbs around the plate. In the background, more cookies and cream pie is visible on a glass pie dish and several whole round chocolate sandwich cookies lay beside a white bowl filled with more cookies, all set against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

34 Oreo cookies with filling (divided into 24 and 10 cookies)
⅓ cup salted butter (melted and cooled)

48 ounces (1.4 liters) cookies and cream ice cream (your favorite brand)
½ cup chocolate sauce (plus more for optional drizzle)

Whipped topping (optional garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Crush 24 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin or the smooth side of a meat mallet.

Step 2: Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter until well combined.
Step 3: Firmly press the buttered crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate to form the crust. Place the crust in the freezer to set while you prepare the other layers.
Step 4: Roughly chop the remaining 10 cookies into smaller pieces.

Step 5: Soften the ice cream by letting it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Step 6: Remove the pie plate from the freezer and spread 3 cups of the softened ice cream evenly over the crust. Smooth it out with a spatula or an offset spatula.
Step 7: Drizzle the chocolate sauce over the ice cream layer and sprinkle the chopped cookies on top.

Step 8: Add the remaining softened ice cream over the cookie layer and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 9: Cover the pie plate with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until the ice cream is firm.
Step 10: Before serving, let the pie sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing.

Step 11: Garnish the outer edge of the pie with whipped topping if desired. Slice and drizzle with extra chocolate sauce, then serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For a richer crust, try using chocolate sandwich cookies with extra filling or add a pinch of cinnamon to the crumbs.
Swap cookies and cream ice cream for mint chocolate chip or your favorite flavor for a new twist.

If you don’t have chocolate sauce, melted chocolate or fudge topping works just as well.
Use a piping bag to create a decorative whipped topping border for a professional look.

Storage

Store the pie covered in plastic wrap or an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week. To serve, allow it to sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing. Avoid refreezing after it has softened to maintain the best texture.

How to Serve

The image shows a cookies and cream pie with three visible layers. The bottom layer is a dark chocolate crust pressed firmly into a glass pie dish. Above that is a thick, light brown filling mixed with small dark cookie pieces, spread smoothly but with subtle texture. On top, eight evenly spaced swirls of white whipped cream circle the edge of the pie, creating a soft, fluffy contrast. To the left, a white bowl is filled with whole dark chocolate sandwich cookies, and a few cookies and crumbs are scattered on a white marbled surface. Nearby, there is a white plate with three silver forks resting on it, and a white napkin with a black geometric pattern is tucked under the edge of the pie dish. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, this pie is perfect for making ahead. Just prepare it fully, freeze it, and take it out a few minutes before serving for best texture.

What can I substitute for Oreos?

You can use any chocolate sandwich cookies or other crunchy cookies you like. Graham crackers with a bit of cocoa powder added can also work for a different flavor.