Before I head out into Nothingland for a few more days I want to share with you a recipe, one that could come in handy if you are having friends over, or are needing to take something somewhere, for a New Years evening.
Now you may already be familiar with this one but I just thought it was shear genius. It is super, super, let me say it one more time, super easy. Now you all know how I don't like to cook, so if I say something is easy you can take it to the bank.
Courtesy of my sister-n-law (thanks, Paula)...
Crock Pot Caramel Pie
2 cans sweetened condensed milk
(I used Eagle Brand)
1 graham cracker pie crust
tub of Cool Whip
Whatever other toppings you want
(I used Heath toffee bar pieces and mini chocolate chips)
Crock Pot
Directions:
Peel the labels off the cans.
Place the unopened cans in crock pot and cover with water. I filled mine up.
Cook on low. Paula cooked hers 10 hours. I left mine on 11. I read where others have left theirs on as little as 8.
Remove from crock pot. Allow to cool. I left mine to cool on the counter an hour or two.
After cooling, open your cans and remove your wonderful caramel. Whisk in a bowl just a bit and then fill the pie shell.
Refrigerate.
When cold, top with the Cool Whip, etc.
Make sure you get a piece early, as it will quickly disappear.
Tips:
I think I may have cooked mine a little too long. Had I shaved an hour or two off the cooking time it would have set better. The taste was still heavenly.
Place a piece of parchment paper underneath the cans while in the crock pot. They left rust rings. Oh well, it was time for a new crock pot anyway.
If you have or a flirting with diabetes, you may want to steer clear. It is super rich.
I served this pie yesterday when my family gathered at my house for Christmas. Everyone was in awe of how good it was and surprised at how easy it was. I think this is going to be my new go-to dessert item for potluck gatherings.
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6 comments:
I have made this before and it is sinful! I read one book where, as a kid, the author would boil a can on the stove. Thus, she called it, "Danger Puddin'".
"Danger Puddin" is probably a more appropriate name...dangerous to your weight, blood sugar levels, etc., etc. etc. But still sooooo good! :)
Hey, Tyla! Yummy!!! I'll have to try this! It looks delicious! Enjoy your break and time with family. Happy New Year!
You can also boil the cans covered with water in a very large pot on the stove for a couple of hours and then refrigerate for a couple of hours (or until cool)...saves some time if you're in a crunch.
And you are right...it is so easy and so delicious.
-Beth B.
Oh My Goodness!! I made this and it was WONDERFUL! I have passed the recipe on to everyone, and they have called back to say how good it is. Thanks!!
I am definately following your blog!
Hey there, Frost Lane. Thanks for stopping by and following. I'm glad you enjoyed it. It really is sooo easy and sooo delish. :)
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