Pin A decadent nostalgic pie inspired by classic ice cream floats featuring layers of creamy filling chocolate caramel peanuts and a fizzy cola kick.
The first time I made this pie my friends could not believe how the cola gave just the right hint of fizz and nostalgia. Every bite was a trip down memory lane at the diner counter.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cookie crumbs: 1 1/2 cups
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup melted
- Cream cheese: 1 (8 oz) package softened
- Creamy peanut butter: 1/2 cup
- Powdered sugar: 1/2 cup
- Heavy whipping cream: 1 cup
- Cola soda (not diet): 1/4 cup chilled
- Snickers bars: 3 full-size chopped
- Caramel sauce: 1/4 cup
- Chocolate sauce: 1/4 cup
- Salted peanuts: 1/4 cup roughly chopped
- Whipped cream: optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press evenly into bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8 10 minutes. Cool completely before filling.
- Make filling:
- In a large bowl beat cream cheese peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. In a separate bowl whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into peanut butter mixture until just combined. Gently stir in chilled cola soda until fully incorporated.
- Assemble pie:
- Spread filling evenly into cooled crust. Sprinkle chopped Snickers bars and salted peanuts over filling. Drizzle with caramel and chocolate sauces.
- Chill:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Finish and serve:
- Before serving garnish with whipped cream if desired.
Pin My kids request this every birthday and love helping sprinkle on the Snickers pieces together before the big chill.
Required Tools
9-inch pie dish mixing bowls electric mixer or whisk measuring cups and spoons spatula
Nutritional Information
Per serving calories 510 total fat 34 g carbohydrates 49 g protein 8 g
Allergen Information
Contains milk peanuts soy and gluten from Snickers bars and cookie crust. Check packaged ingredients for potential allergens.
Pin Enjoy a slice chilled for the ultimate retro treat and savor every creamy fizzy bite with friends.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I substitute cola with another soda?
Yes, root beer or cream soda can be used for a different float-inspired flavor.
- → Is there an alternative to chocolate cookie crust?
Graham cracker crust or pretzel crust adds texture and variation for the base.
- → How long does chilling take for proper set?
Chill for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator, but overnight is ideal for firmness.
- → Can I omit peanuts for allergies?
Yes, replace peanuts with toasted coconut or omit entirely for a nut-free option.
- → What is the best way to serve this dessert?
Slice with a hot knife for clean portions and serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream.
- → Can I make this dessert ahead?
Yes, prepare up to 24 hours in advance and store covered in the refrigerator until serving.