Hello, foodies, Anne Carter welcomes you all to Beyond The Bayou Blog to make your day even brighter with our recipes. One such recipe to make your day is Ice Cream Cake. Summertime is here, and this simple homemade ice cream cake is the ideal frozen treat.
On a hot summer day, I felt like treating my friends to something special. So, I decided to make an ice cream cake for our backyard barbecue. I layered vanilla ice cream between soft ice cream cake. Decorating it with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles, the kitchen buzzed with excitement. When I served it, everyone went quiet at the first bite, then erupted with praise. The mix of flavors was pure heaven, and seeing my friends enjoy it made all the effort worth it.
If you want to impress your friends too, grab your apron and stay tuned for the next few minutes to see how it’s done!
Overview: How To Make Ice Cream Cake?
Well, you’re in luck! Here’s a recipe that lets you recreate that deliciousness at home. Imagine layers of creamy chocolate and vanilla ice cream, sandwiching a gooey fudge filling and crunchy Oreo cookies, all topped off with a fluffy whipped cream frosting.
To start, gather your ingredients. You’ll need chocolate and vanilla ice cream, hot fudge sauce, Oreo cookies, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Once you have everything, lightly butter a 9-inch springform pan.
Now, let’s build this masterpiece! Spread a layer of chocolate ice cream in the bottom of the pan and pop it in the freezer for a bit. Then, add a generous helping of hot fudge sauce and sprinkle on those chopped Oreos. Back in the freezer, it goes. Next, layer on the vanilla ice cream and freeze the whole thing overnight.
When it’s almost time to serve, remove the cake from the pan and whip up some sweet whipped cream frosting. Spread it on top of the cake, decorate with sprinkles if you fancy, and voila! Your homemade DQ-inspired ice cream cake is ready to impress. Just remember to take it out of the freezer a few minutes before slicing for that perfect, creamy texture. Enjoy every delicious bite!
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Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Cake Pan
- Freezer
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 quarts 1892.71 ml chocolate ice cream, freshly churned or softened
- 1 recipe Hot Fudge Sauce prepared and cooled
- 24 Oreo cookies finely chopped
- 2 quarts 1892.71 ml vanilla ice cream, freshly churned or softened
For the Whipped Cream Frosting:
- 2 cups 476 ml heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Butter a 9-inch springform pan lightly.
- Layer chocolate ice cream evenly on the pan’s bottom. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- Spread hot fudge sauce over the chocolate ice cream. Add chopped Oreos and press gently. Freeze for another 30 minutes.
- Add a layer of vanilla ice cream over the Oreos. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- One hour before serving, unmold the cake. Invert it onto a plate, remove the pan’s bottom, and return it to the freezer for 10 minutes.
- While the cake is freezing, whip heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Spread it over the cake quickly. Decorate with sprinkles if desired. Allow the cake to soften for 5 minutes before slicing. Dip a knife in hot water and wipe clean between slices for neat cuts.
Nutrition
What to Serve with Ice Cream Cake?
Time for The Tips!
- Get Your Freezer Ready: First things first, clear out some space in your freezer. You’ll need it for chilling the cake pan and the finished masterpiece.
- Cake or No Cake?: Want a classic cake layer in your ice cream cake? Go for it! Lay down a 9-inch round of your favorite cake�chocolate, vanilla, or any flavor you fancy�then pile on the hot fudge and crushed Oreos. Pop it in the freezer, and when it’s firm, add your favorite ice cream on top.
- Mix It Up: Not into hot fudge and Oreos? No problem! You can try other tasty fillings like salted caramel sauce, peanut butter, butterscotch sauce, crumbled chocolate chip cookies, or even chopped-up candies like Reese’s cups or brownies. Get creative with your flavors!
- Serve with Ease: When it’s time to slice into your frozen masterpiece, let it sit out for about 30 minutes to soften up a bit. And here’s a neat trick: run a sharp knife under hot water before slicing�it’ll glide through the ice cream cake like a dream!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I make an ice cream cake without an ice cream maker?
A: Yes, you can definitely make an ice cream cake without an ice cream maker. Store-bought ice cream works perfectly fine for this recipe. Soften the ice cream slightly before spreading it over the cake layers.
Q: Do I need to bake the cake layers from scratch?
A: You can bake the cake layers from scratch if you prefer, but store-bought cake layers work just as well and save time. Make sure to let them cool completely before assembling the ice cream cake.
Q: Can I decorate the ice cream cake in advance?
A: It’s best to add any decorative toppings or frosting just before serving to ensure they stay fresh and don’t become too hard in the freezer.