There are several different recipes instructing people how to make a Snickers pie. Recipes vary primarily in the ingredients used and whether it is baked, microwaved or frozen. People can try one recipe or try them all; regardless, the result will be one of the most delicious desserts. Once someone learns how to make a Snickers pie, it is sure to become a family favorite.
One of the easiest versions of Snickers pie uses only a few main ingredients; yet, it is extremely delicious. To make a Snickers pie using this simplified recipe, simply gather, combine, and cook on the stove top the following items: 25 marshmallows, 6 Snickers bars, and 2/3 cups (150 ml) milk. Allow the items to cool, then add 1 cup (250 ml) of whipping cream to the mixture. Pour the entire mixture into a store-bought pie shell and cool for about two hours. Then, top with Cool Whip.
Another version of Snickers pie uses additional items for an entire different result. Make the pie this way, and the result is more of a decadent ice cream pie. First, heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Then, mix and press into a pie plate the following: 2 cups (500 ml) of crushed Oreo cookies, ½ cup (125 ml) of chopped dry roasted peanuts, and ¼ cup (60 ml) of melted butter. Bake the ingredients for about 10 minutes; this will make the pie shell. As it is cooling, chop 8 Snickers bars into bite size pieces and fold it into 2 quarts (1.89 l) of softened ice cream. Next, spoon the ice cream mixture into the pie shell. Lastly, drizzle ¼ cup (60 ml) of caramel sauce and ¼ cup (60 ml) of chocolate sauce over the top. Freeze the pie for about four hours.
A third version of the Snickers pie uses a microwave, instead of a stovetop or an oven. It may be the easiest of all the recipes for those who want to make a Snickers pie. Simply combine and microwave 4 large Snickers bars, 12 large marshmallows, and ½ cup (125 ml) of milk, until the Snickers bars are melted. Then, let the ingredients cool. Next, add 8 ounces (250 ml) of Cool Whip to the cooled mixture. Pour the entire mixture into a store-bought chocolate pie crust and freeze it for about 4 hours.
One of the last variations uses pudding instead of ice cream for a refreshing treat. Start by mixing together: 1 ½ (350 ml) cups of milk, two 3 ¾ ounce (120 ml) boxes of instant vanilla pudding, and ½ cup (125 ml) of Cool Whip. These ingredients should be mixed into they have a smooth consistency. Next, add 3 Snickers bars that are cut into small pieces. The entire mixture should be poured into a store-bought pie shell. Then, combine and mix until smooth another 1 ½ cups (350 ml) of milk, ½ cup (125 ml) of Cool Whip, and two 3 ¾ ounce (125 ml) boxes of instant chocolate pudding. Spread the chocolaty mixture on top of the vanilla mixture. Sprinkle a few extra Snickers bar crumbs on top.
The reality of making a Snickers pie is that Snickers do not necessarily need to be used. In fact, people can make a Snickers pie with almost any candy bar. Choices range from 3 Musketeers to Crunch bars. Follow one of these recipes or create your own version; the choices are endless.