It's the time of year where everywhere you look, there seems to be mud. But you know what they say, "When life gives you mud, make mud pies!" This recipe is simple, but amazing. You can use your favorite ice cream flavors, but the secret ingredient is the cookie crumble. Don't improvise there, this stuff is golden. The other important tip is to thoroughly soften the ice cream first. This will make the process much easier. Building mud pies in Mason Jars is a great way to serve this dessert and it also makes it portable and perfect for parties. Try this recipe and you're sure to feel sunny all over.
Mason Jar Mud Pies
1 package Oreo Cookies 1 box Little Debbie Nutty Bars 1/2 gallon chocolate-based ice cream 1/2 gallon vanilla-based ice cream Caramel sauce (optional) Whipped cream Maraschino cherries 10-12 Mason Jars
Directions Allow ice creams to defrost on the counter for at least an hour, or until soft and stir-able. In a large plastic zip-top bag, combine the Oreo cookies and Nutty Bars and mash with a rolling pin until the mixture is crumbly and well combined. Once the ice cream is softened, stir it until smooth. Spoon a 1-inch layer of cookie crumble into the bottom of each jar, then top with a generous layer of the chocolate-based ice cream. Add another inch of cookie crumble and top with a layer of the vanilla-based ice cream and another layer of cookie crumble. Cover and freeze jars until solid, at least 3 hours. Before serving, add a drizzle of caramel sauce, a generous dollop of whip cream and a cherry.