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Easy Ice Cream Cake Recipe

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This Easy Ice Cream Cake Recipe is a no-bake, layered dessert combining ice cream sandwiches, rich chocolate and caramel sauces, and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for quick celebrations or an indulgent treat, it requires minimal preparation time and freezes into a delightful, creamy cake that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

Ice Cream Sandwiches

  • 12 ice cream sandwiches

Syrups

  • Chocolate syrup (such as Magic Shell), for drizzling
  • Caramel syrup (such as Magic Shell), for drizzling

Whipped Cream

  • 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Unwrap Ice Cream Sandwiches: Remove the wrappers from all the ice cream sandwiches quickly to prevent melting, as timing is critical at this stage.
  2. Arrange First Layer: Place 3 ice cream sandwiches side by side on a cake platter, forming the base layer for the cake.
  3. Drizzle Syrups: Evenly drizzle caramel and chocolate syrup over the first layer to enhance flavor and moisture.
  4. Add Second Layer: Place another 3 ice cream sandwiches on top of the first layer, positioning them perpendicular to the layer below for stability and a decorative pattern.
  5. Drizzle More Syrups: Repeat drizzling caramel and chocolate syrup over the second layer.
  6. Build Remaining Layers: Continue layering and drizzling two more times, ending with four layers high total, maintaining the perpendicular arrangement.
  7. Freeze if Needed: If the ice cream sandwiches soften during assembly, place the cake in the freezer for 30 minutes to an hour to firm up before proceeding.
  8. Apply Whipped Cream: Use the Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream to “ice” the entire cake, creating a smooth, creamy outer layer.
  9. Final Syrup Drizzle: Drizzle the caramel and chocolate syrups over the whipped cream icing, allowing them to drip down the sides for an attractive finish.
  10. Final Freeze: Freeze the completed ice cream cake for at least 2 hours to set it fully before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Work quickly when unwrapping and assembling to prevent the ice cream from melting.
  • Feel free to use your favorite brands of chocolate and caramel syrup or homemade versions.
  • You can substitute Cool Whip with freshly whipped heavy cream for a fresher taste.
  • The cake can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the freezer until ready to serve.
  • Use a sharp knife dipped in warm water to cut clean slices.

Keywords: Ice Cream Cake, Easy Ice Cream Cake, No Bake Dessert, Ice Cream Sandwich Cake, Chocolate Caramel Cake, Frozen Dessert

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