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Ice Cream Cake Recipe

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This ice cream cake recipe is a delightful frozen dessert featuring layers of pre-made cake, your favorite ice cream, crushed cookies, and a rich fudge sauce. The perfect treat for birthdays, celebrations, or any special occasion, it's customizable with various flavors and toppings like sprinkles, caramel, and fresh fruit. With minimal prep, this no-bake dessert will be a hit!

Ingredients

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  • Cake Layer: 1 pre-made or homemade cake layer (any flavor)
  • Ice Cream: 2-3 pints (choose your favorite flavors)
  • Cookie Crumbles: 1 cup (Oreos, graham crackers, or chocolate chip cookies)
  • Chocolate Fudge Sauce: 1 cup (store-bought or homemade)
  • Whipped Cream: 2 cups (for frosting and decoration)

Optional Toppings:

  • ยผ cup sprinkles
  • ยฝ cup caramel sauce
  • ยฝ cup mini chocolate chips or chunks
  • Fresh fruit (sliced strawberries, raspberries, bananas)

Instructions

  • Prepare Cake Layer: If using a homemade cake, bake and cool it. Place the cake layer on the base of your cake pan.
  • Soften Ice Cream: Allow the ice cream to soften slightly at room temperature.
  • Add Ice Cream Layer: Spread a thick layer of softened ice cream over the cake.
  • Add Cookie Crumbles: Sprinkle crushed cookies evenly over the ice cream.
  • Drizzle Fudge: Drizzle chocolate fudge sauce over the cookie layer.
  • Repeat Layers: Add another layer of softened ice cream if desired.
  • Freeze: Place the cake in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  • Decorate: Frost the cake with whipped cream and add optional toppings like sprinkles, caramel sauce, and fruit.
  • Serve: Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Customize the flavor combinations based on your preferences.
  • Make sure to freeze between layers to keep the cake firm.
  • Whipped cream can be homemade or store-bought.

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