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Summer dessert idea
Are you looking for a creamy and delicious dairy-free summer dessert that won't take up too much of your time? Look no further than this recipe for strawberry guava ice box pie with a macadamia graham cracker crust. The surprisingly simple method combines a strawberry Jell-o mix with coconut milk and guava syrup for a delicious and creamy no-bake filling that is chilled for a refreshingly sweet dessert served in a salty/sweet macadamia nut graham cracker crust that is totally dairy-free and easy to prepare. Learn how to make this amazing ice box pie that is perfect for summer gatherings and backyard BBQs and get ready to be wowed by this fruity and nutty delight! Although no strawberries are needed for this dessert, I like to top it with dairy-free whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
What is an icebox pie?
Icebox pies get there name from the place they are stored, the icebox…or freezer! This southern classic dessert is usually no-bake, although the crust is sometimes prebaked in the oven and then completely cooled before filling to chill in freezer. A few common ingredients used to make icebox pie is condensed milk, whipped cream, Jell-O or pudding. The filling is typically added in a graham cracker crust, but sometimes in a prebaked pastry pie crust, nut crust or cookie (wafer) crust are some other variations.
A creamy dessert for people who are lactose intolerant
My recipe uses dairy-free alternatives such as sweetened condensed coconut milk, whipped full-fat coconut milk (for topping) and plant butter in the crust. I choose to create a dairy-free recipe for people that are lactose intolerant, like me, but want to enjoy some creamy summertime desserts. Just in case you are worried about the coconut milk adding a coconut flavor, I want to note that the coconut milk flavor does not come through, you taste the strawberry and guava, which are the stars of this dessert.