Buster Bar Ice Cream Dessert (Print-Friendly Version)

Layers of Oreos, peanuts, ice cream, and fudge create a crowd-pleasing frozen delight.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Layer

01 - 14.3 oz package of Oreo cookies, crushed
02 - 1/2 cup butter, melted

→ Filling

03 - 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened
04 - 1 pound Spanish peanuts

→ Chocolate Topping

05 - 2 cups powdered confectioner's sugar
06 - 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
07 - 1/2 cup butter
08 - 12 oz evaporated milk

# Steps:

01 - Combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 dish.
02 - Spoon softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the cookie crust. Cover with peanuts and place in the freezer to set while preparing the chocolate topping.
03 - In a large saucepan, combine powdered sugar, butter, chocolate chips, and evaporated milk. Heat mixture over medium heat, whisking until the chocolate chips melt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often. Allow topping to cool completely.
04 - Pour the cooled chocolate topping over the dessert, spreading it to the edges. Freeze until firm.
05 - Soften the dessert in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Use a warm knife to cut the dessert for easier serving.

# Notes:

01 - Using a warm knife makes cutting the dessert easier and neater.