BUTTER PECAN ICE CREAM TORTE

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A simple, nutty crust and smooth caramel sauce are all the preparation required for this impressive dessert. It will keep in the freezer for one month-just be sure to wrap tightly. -Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
CRUST:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 gallon butter pecan ice cream, softened if necessary
TOPPING:
1/2 cup chopped pecans or pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, cream, butter and salt. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool completely., Meanwhile, for the crust, cream butter, brown sugar and vanilla. Gradually add flour. Stir in chopped pecans. Press onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet., Bake until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool slightly. Spread with 1/2 cup caramel sauce. Cool on a wire rack., Spread ice cream over caramel layer. Freeze 15 minutes. Top with additional chopped pecans or pecan halves. Freeze, covered, several hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining caramel sauce., Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove rim from pan. Heat caramel sauce and serve with torte.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 39g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Saud Faqir
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I followed the recipe exactly and my torte turned out great! It was so delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Devan Thomas
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This torte is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good dessert.


Gazar Mailo
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I've made this torte several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sarina Mahari
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This torte is so decadent and rich. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Lalit oad
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I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best dessert he'd ever had.


Sekelo Mpamvu
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a showstopper dessert that's perfect for special occasions.


Heather Vinzant
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I love the combination of flavors in this torte. The butter pecan ice cream is rich and creamy, and the chocolate ganache is the perfect complement.


Andre Botes
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This was my first time making a torte and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the torte looked just like the picture.


Nikhil Kumar
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I've made this torte several times now and it's always a winner. The combination of butter pecan ice cream and chocolate is just irresistible.


maya khalid
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This Butter Pecan Ice Cream Torte was a hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.