FROZEN MAPLE MOUSSE PIE

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From my Mamaw's recipe collection.

Provided by Chrystal Cackler @journeyrock92

Categories     Pies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cup(s) gingersnap cookie crumbs (about 30 cookies)
1/4 cup(s) butter, melted
2 tablespoon(s) confectioners' sugar
FOR THE FILLING
1/2 cup(s) maple syrup
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoon(s) dark rum
1 1/3 cup(s) heavy whipping cream
- additional gingersnap cookie crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine cookie crumbs, butter and confectioners' sugar; press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
  • In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, constantly whisk the maple syrup and egg yolks until mixture reaches 160°. Remove from the heat; beat mixture for 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in rum.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form; fold into maple mixture. Spoon into prepared crust. Cover and freeze 4 hours or until set. Garnish with cookie crumbs if desired.

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