Three Simple Home-Crafted Ice Cream Cake Formulations to Try
Get ready to beat the summer heat with these delicious ice cream cake and cupcake recipes! These sweet treats are perfect for family gatherings, parties, or just a cozy night in.
Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
Our first recipe is for an Ice Cream Sandwich Cake. Here's what you'll need:
- 8 ice cream sandwiches
- Thawed whipped cream topping
- Crushed Oreo cookies
- Rainbow sprinkles
To assemble, arrange the ice cream sandwiches on a foil-covered baking sheet. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top and sides of the cake, and sprinkle with the Oreo cookies and sprinkles. Freeze the cake until it's firm, and then slice it with a sharp knife, wiping the knife before each cut.
Ice Cream Cupcakes
For a bite-sized version, try our Ice Cream Cupcakes! This recipe uses silicone baking cups or a cupcake tin, and here's what you'll need:
- 6 cupcake liners
- 1 cup of chocolate ice cream
- 1 cup of strawberry ice cream
- 6 Oreo cookies (crushed)
- 2 tablespoons of butter (melted)
- 6 teaspoons of chocolate syrup
- Whipped cream topping
- Sprinkles
To make the Oreo crust, combine the crushed Oreos and melted butter in a bowl. Press this mixture into the bottom of the cupcake liners, and then add one scoop of chocolate ice cream, followed by a scoop of strawberry ice cream. Drizzle with chocolate syrup, add a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkle with more Oreo cookies and sprinkles. Freeze the cupcakes for at least 4 hours before serving.
Mini Stacked Ice Cream Cake
If you're looking for something a bit more miniature, our Mini Stacked Ice Cream Cake is the perfect choice! This recipe does not require a foil-covered baking sheet or a food processor to crush Oreos. Instead, you'll need:
- 2 4-inch cake pans
- Vanilla ice cream
- Chocolate ice cream
- Crushed Oreos
- Sprinkles
- Whipped cream topping
- Plastic wrap
To assemble, line each cake pan with plastic wrap, and pack one pan with vanilla ice cream and the other with chocolate ice cream. Add a layer of crushed Oreos and/or sprinkles between the ice cream layers. Freeze the cakes for at least 4 hours, and then slice them into rounds. Serve immediately, or freeze for 2 to 3 hours before serving.
For a more compact crust, you can crush the Oreos into fine crumbs with a food processor. And for a more easily spreadable whipped cream, use whipped cream from a tub, not a can. If the ice cream in the sandwiches becomes too soft, simply place it in the freezer for 30 minutes.
With these recipes, you can enjoy a variety of delicious and creative frozen desserts that are sure to impress your family and friends this summer!
