Cream Pie (with ice cream)

I've loved this recipe for a long time and wanted easier access to it. :) My favorite is the coconut!

Cream Pie (with ice cream)  Sisters Cafe

1 small package instant pudding
1 cup milk
1 pint (2 c) ice cream, softened
1 pie shell (ready made or homemade graham or pastry, cooked and cooled)

Beat pudding mix and milk for 2 minutes.  Blend softened ice cream into pudding.  Pour into a prepared shell that has been baked and cooled.  I usually use a graham cracker one because I prefer it over pastry, but either one will work!  Chill for at least 2 hours in fridge–I have chilled it quickly in the freezer for 30 minutes to 1 hour with great results!  You can vary the flavors of pudding and ice cream to get different pies.  Top with a dollop of cool whip and the garnishes you choose.  Here are a few ideas to get you started…

*Coconut Cream Pie:  coconut pudding, vanilla ice cream,  and toasted coconut
*Chocolate Cream Pie:  chocolate pudding, chocolate ice cream, and chocolate shavings
*Banana Cream Pie:  banana pudding, vanilla ice cream, and fresh banana slices with drizzled caramel topping
*Lemon Cream Pie:  lemon pudding, vanilla ice cream, and fresh berries

The sky is the limit! With all the ice cream and pudding flavors, you could really get creative!

Source: The Sister's Cafe