Hockey cake, or hockey pie as it is sometimes called, is a dessert that sees a lot of popularity during the hockey season. Made with chocolate or vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup, and pie dough or pastry cut into small squares, the dessert is perfect for a cold winter’s night! It is a fun and easy way to bring a little piece of home with you on the road. You can also find recipes for making chocolate and vanilla versions of this popular dessert option if you are looking for some inspiration for your next family dinner or party. Here’s how to make a hockey pie that will delight your guests after the game!
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The Basics: Getting The Ingredients
The first step to making a hockey pie or cake is to gather all the ingredients you will need. You will need:
- a food processor
- a stand mixer or hand mixer
- a 4-quart mixing bowl
- a 9-inch square baking pan
- 12 to 15 mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 sheets pie dough, thawed if frozen
The key to making these tasty treats is to ensure you are using high-quality ingredients. Since they are more expensive than your average supermarket item, it is best to choose brands that are known for their excellence. Look for the European brands of chocolate, if possible (if not, then the national brands from Canada, USA, or Great Britain will suffice). You will also need to make sure that the eggs, cream, and milk are all high-quality. Finally, select the freshest fruit and vegetables you can find to make the highest quality cakes possible. Always use unopened packages of frozen fruit and vegetables whenever possible to ensure you are using the freshest possible ingredients. These simple tips will help you achieve the best results when making this fun and easy dessert option for your family and friends.
The Execution
Once you have all your ingredients gathered and ready to go, your next step is to prepare everything. Begin by mixing the eggs and milk in a mixing bowl until well combined. Set aside. Next, place a medium saucepan over medium heat and pour in the cream, sugar, and butter. Stir with a wooden spoon until the cream comes to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside to cool for about 10 minutes. Fold the cooled cream mixture into the egg-milk mixture, adding in the vanilla, as well as the chocolate and milk chips. Mix until combined. Pour the filling into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula or a butter knife. Set aside to cool for about 1 hour before serving. Serve in squares or slices to showcase the chocolate chips and pie dough. Garnish with whipped cream and/or a chopped walnut or a dark chocolate sprinkling. Enjoy while it is still warm!
Serving And Storing
Since these pies are most popular during the hockey season, it is important to consider how you will serve and store your finished product. Pies should be served while still warm from the oven and served in squares or slices. To ensure this, serve the pies immediately after you have prepared them. Do not allow them to cool before serving. If you keep them in the fridge, they will become too cold and hard to eat, especially after the game on a cold winter’s night. Keep this in mind when deciding where you will store your finished pies. As they are best when eaten fresh, keep them in a place where they will stay sufficiently cool and appetizing. Since they are quite rich, having a few pies as a treat for yourself on a winter’s night is a good idea. Having them as an after-dinner or post-game snack is ideal. Serve them in small portions and use small, shallow bowls or individual plates to keep each bite fresh and cool.
Chilled, fudgy brownies and chocolate pies are the kind of dessert that is synonymous with the winter holidays. Homemade treats have always been a great way to show your loved ones how much you care during the winter months, and these easy to make gems will allow you to indulge in a homemade dessert without taking too long to bake them. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, then these recipes will be a great choice for your next baked good project!