By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 12, 2026

Pumpkin Spice Nutella Swirl Ice Cream Pie

Serves 8

647 cal · 495 min

Pumpkin Spice Nutella Swirl Ice Cream Pie

Recipe GLPR56ccaba90b59db

4.0(1)
Dessert
495 min
647 cal
Servings: 8
Microwave
SNAP eligible

A decadent frozen dessert featuring a graham cracker crust base topped with swirled pumpkin spice and Nutella-infused vanilla ice cream, finished with whipped cream, butterscotch chips, and caramel drizzle. Perfect for autumn gatherings and special occasions.

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Ingredients

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

4 tablespoons melted butter

3 tablespoons granulated sugar

¾ cup pumpkin puree

1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

¼ cup granulated sugar

1.5 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened

½ cup Nutella

½ cup Cool Whip

½ cup butterscotch chips

Caramel sauce for drizzling

Directions

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Mix until all crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a compact crust.

  2. Place the crust in the freezer until ready to assemble the pie. Allow vanilla ice cream to soften to a soft-serve-like consistency. Transfer the softened ice cream to a large mixing bowl.

  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and ¼ cup sugar until well combined.

  4. Fold the pumpkin mixture into the softened ice cream and stir until thoroughly blended and the mixture turns light orange in color.

  5. Pour the pumpkin ice cream mixture into the prepared crust, spreading evenly.

  6. Warm the Nutella by microwaving in a microwave-safe bowl for 5–10 seconds until it reaches a pourable consistency.

  7. Using a spoon, drop half of the warmed Nutella in dollops over the surface of the ice cream. Use a knife to swirl the Nutella through the ice cream in decorative strokes.

  8. Repeat with the remaining Nutella to create additional swirls throughout the pie.

  9. Freeze the pie for at least 8 hours or overnight until completely firm.

  10. Once frozen solid, remove the pie from the freezer. Spread Cool Whip evenly over the top using a rubber spatula.

  11. Sprinkle the butterscotch chips across the whipped cream, then drizzle generously with caramel sauce. Serve immediately or keep frozen until ready to serve.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

This is a freezer dessert that asks for nearly 8 hours of hands-off time, so the stated 495 minutes (8 hours 15 minutes) is honest about what you're signing up for. Ingredients are all available at any Charlotte chain—graham crackers, butter, sugar, canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla ice cream, Nutella, whipped topping, butterscotch chips, and caramel sauce are standard stock. At roughly $1.50 to $2.00 per slice depending on ice cream brand and Nutella cost, it's reasonable for a crowd dessert. The caveat is that this is a make-ahead only; it does not work as a same-night dessert, and reheating is not applicable. It's worth the planning if you're hosting a dinner party or need a no-cook finale that feels special, but it demands advance thinking.

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