Enjoy the nostalgic flavors of a root beer float with this delightful frozen pie!
Ingredients
For the pie:
- 3/4 cup root beer
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (4-serving size)
- 1-2 tbsp root beer extract
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
- 1 graham cracker pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the topping:
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherries
- Crushed root beer candies
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the root beer, milk, root beer extract, and vanilla pudding mix. Whisk for about 2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Fold in the Cool Whip:
- Gently fold the Cool Whip into the pudding mixture using a spatula until smooth and well combined.
- Fill the pie crust:
- Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
- Freeze:
- Place the pie in the freezer for at least 8 hours, or ideally overnight, to set completely.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove the pie from the freezer a few minutes before serving.
- Slice into 8 pieces and top each slice with whipped cream, a cherry, and a sprinkle of crushed root beer candies for extra sweetness.
- Storage:
- Keep any leftovers in the freezer to enjoy later.
Additional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 250 per slice
Enjoy this easy and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion!