You’ll find this no-bake ~ that’s right, there’s no baking ~ creation at the blog known as Confessions of a Cookbook Queen. Once I saw her pictures and read this March 5, 2013 blog entry, I knew I had to make this pie. Always good to follow your instincts! And, in this case, just follow the recipe ~ no need to make any changes or adjustments.
I do have to point out that after I chopped up the Butterfingers candy to be folded into the filling, I found there were big chunks and lots of little crumbs. So, I folded the bigger chunks into the filling and sprinkled the crumbs on the bottom of the Chocolate Oreos Pie Crust before adding the filling. Having done that, I now realize I could have sprinkled them on top as decorations. Or saved some chunks, or whole mini Butterfingers, for decorating the top.
I’ll have to try each method. Which means I’ll have to make at least three more pies! Oh, my, so much pie...
As long as we’re talking about desserts ~ and chocolaty desserts at that ~ I’ll take a moment to mention the single-serve flour-free Microwave Chocolate Cake I made several months ago. The original recipe comes from Marc Matsumoto at PBS.org.
This is a 20-seconds-to-bake (microwave) cake that calls for heavy cream*. In lieu of said cream and not wanting to have more liquid leftovers, I used 2% milk, successfully! I sprinkled confectionery sugar on top. As a decorative alternative, top with fresh fruit such as a strawberry or with mint leaves. Or, sprinkle with colored sugar or non-pareils (the white sprinkles on certain chocolate candies).
* Recipes that call for whole milk, cream, Half’n’Half or even coconut milk often leave me with a surplus that I can’t bear to throw away. I measure out the remainder by tablespoons (ice cube tray, then freezer bag after hardens), or half-cups or cups (small mason jars, label and freeze)
2 great desserts in 1 post! I have Hipstamatic but need to use it more to get a netter handle of what its capable of. Maybe, like you, I should start making desserts to photograph. They have to be healthy when used for research & education. Right? :)
ReplyDeleteHealthy, smealthy, C.J... desserts are great any old way! You'll have lots of fun with your Hipstamatic. There are all kinds of combinations you can purchase and luckily I have a generous son who thinks I should own lots of them. The preferred combo for food shots is D.C. and Loftus.
DeleteTwo great, yummy looking desserts.
ReplyDeleteLove the adjustments you made using milk instead of heavy cream so it's nearly guilt free :)
Key word being "nearly", Daniela :)
DeleteKathleen, I am so happy that you did make this pie! I have been trying to decide what to make for the hubby's birthday this month ... you helped me decide. I love your photos ... must get the app!
ReplyDeleteBrenda, hope your hubby likes the pie. Let me know! Thanks for the kind words on the photos.
DeleteI need to check out the Hipstamatic app. Your pie is just what you need when it is hot out and need something sweet and refreshing. Now don't hold back, I know exactly why you did not have any crumbs to crumble on top of your pie. Hey someone has to do the taste testing to make sure that none of the candy bars crumbs had gone bad. Right? LOL I hope you are enjoying your summer. Take Care, BAM
ReplyDeleteYou've caught me, BAM. Sometimes there's so much taste-testing of ingredients
Deletethat there isn't always enough left for the recipe! I'm working on self-control, really... Summer is great here in NYS, the best temps ever. Hope your summer is going well, too. Wait a minute, is it summer in Hong Kong?
I looove frozen pies like this, no need to eat it all in a day or two while it's fresh! Yours looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteOnce it's frozen, Anna, I quickly cut it into small slices, then return it to the freezer. That way when I'm tempted to indulge... well, somehow two small slices seem more satisfying than one large one.
DeleteI haven't had butterfingers in years...sounds like a terrific pie.
ReplyDeleteIt is delicious, Karen. Thanks for stopping by. Always glad to welcome new visitors. I checked out your blog and plan to go back for more! Your photos are awesome.
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