Description
Homemade chocolate ice cream cake delights dessert enthusiasts with layers of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla. Chocolate lovers will savor each cool, indulgent slice that combines classic cake and smooth ice cream textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 quarts ice cream (softened, any flavor)
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor)
- 1 container whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
- Sprinkles (optional)
- Chocolate syrup (optional)
- Candy toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare cake layers according to package directions using two round pans, ensuring even baking at recommended temperature.
- Allow cake layers to cool completely at room temperature, which prevents ice cream from melting during assembly.
- Line one cake pan with plastic wrap, creating a smooth surface for easy cake removal later.
- Place first cake layer inside the plastic-lined pan as the foundation of the frozen dessert.
- Soften ice cream at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to achieve spreadable consistency.
- Carefully spread softened ice cream over the first cake layer, creating an even and thick coating.
- Gently position the second cake layer directly on top of the ice cream layer, pressing lightly to secure.
- Transfer the assembled cake to the freezer and chill for 4-5 hours until completely firm and set.
- Remove cake from freezer and carefully lift out of the pan using plastic wrap edges.
- Cover entire cake with whipped topping, ensuring smooth and even coverage.
- Embellish with desired decorations like colorful sprinkles, drizzled chocolate syrup, or crushed candy.
- Return decorated cake to freezer for additional 1-2 hours to stabilize frosting and maintain shape.
- Before serving, let cake rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing.
Notes
- Prevent cake crumbling by ensuring it’s completely cooled before adding ice cream layer.
- Select high-quality, slow-melting ice cream to maintain structural integrity during assembly.
- Use parchment paper in addition to plastic wrap for easier cake removal and cleaner edges.
- Try complementary cake and ice cream flavor combinations like chocolate cake with mint chip or vanilla cake with strawberry ice cream for unique taste experiences.
- Prep Time: 8 hours
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg