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Christmas Ice-Cream Cake Recipe

Christmas Ice-Cream Cake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Sweet holiday memories come alive with this Christmas Ice-Cream Cake, blending festive flavors and creamy textures. Seasonal spices and rich layers promise a delightful dessert that will charm guests at winter gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale

Cake Base:

  • 2 cups (473 ml) chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), finely crushed
  • 4 tablespoons (60 ml) unsalted butter, melted

Ice Cream Layers:

  • 1 ½ quarts (1.4 liters) vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 1 ½ quarts (1.4 liters) chocolate or peppermint ice cream, softened

Decorative Toppings:

  • 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping or whipped cream
  • ½ cup (118 ml) crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
  • ½ cup (118 ml) red and green sprinkles
  • Optional: holiday-themed candies (e.g., chocolate trees, stars, or snowflakes)

Instructions

  1. Crush chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs, creating a uniform texture for the cake’s foundation.
  2. Melt butter and thoroughly incorporate it with the cookie crumbs, ensuring complete and even coating.
  3. Transfer the moistened crumb mixture into a springform pan, using gentle but firm pressure to create a compact, smooth base layer.
  4. Place the pan in the freezer, allowing the crust to solidify and become stable for approximately 10-15 minutes.
  5. While the crust chills, prepare to layer soft vanilla and peppermint ice cream for a festive holiday dessert composition.
  6. Remove the pan from the freezer, ensuring the cookie base is firm and well-set before adding subsequent ice cream layers.
  7. Carefully spread softened vanilla ice cream evenly across the chilled cookie foundation, creating a uniform thickness.
  8. Gently add a contrasting layer of peppermint ice cream atop the vanilla, maintaining a smooth and level surface.
  9. Return the developing cake to the freezer, allowing the ice cream layers to thoroughly set and integrate.
  10. Decorate the frozen surface with crushed candy canes, chocolate shavings, or festive sprinkles for a celebratory presentation.
  11. Cover the cake securely with plastic wrap and store in the freezer until ready to serve.
  12. Before serving, allow the cake to rest at room temperature for a few minutes to facilitate easier slicing.

Notes

  • Opt for graham crackers or chocolate wafers as alternative cookie bases, offering versatile flavor profiles for different taste preferences.
  • Ensure butter is fully melted and evenly distributed to create a cohesive, compact crust that holds together seamlessly.
  • Press the cookie mixture gently but firmly to avoid creating air pockets, which can make the base crumbly and less stable.
  • Chill the crust in the freezer for exactly 10-15 minutes to help it set properly without becoming too hard or difficult to cut.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: None
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 47 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg