Imagine a cake so decadent, it practically oozes indulgence with every bite. The layers of rich chocolate fudge and creamy ice cream merge together to create the ultimate dessert masterpiece. It’s so good, you might need to take a moment to compose yourself before eating it. But don’t worry—this cake won’t judge you for your overindulgence. With chocolatey goodness, creamy ice cream, and a perfect fudge layer, this cake will probably ruin you for all other desserts. If that’s your idea of a good time, keep reading.

Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream Cake

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A decadent chocolate fudge ice cream cake combining rich fudge layers with creamy ice cream, delivering the perfect indulgence.

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Servings 10 servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

For the Fudge Layer:

Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup
Heavy cream: ½ cup
Butter: 2 tbsp
Sugar: ¼ cup

For the Ice Cream Layer:

Chocolate ice cream: 4 cups softened
Vanilla ice cream: 4 cups softened

For the Crust:

Chocolate wafer cookies: 1 ½ cups crushed
Melted butter: 4 tbsp

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

Combine crushed chocolate wafer cookies and melted butter until well mixed.
Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes to set.

Make the Fudge Layer:

In a saucepan, melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, butter, and sugar over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth.
Pour the fudge mixture over the frozen crust and spread evenly. Freeze for 30 minutes.

Create the Ice Cream Layer:

In a mixing bowl, layer the softened chocolate and vanilla ice cream, blending them lightly to create a marbled effect.
Spread the ice cream over the fudge layer in the pan. Freeze for 2 hours or until firm.

Garnish the Cake:

Once set, remove the cake from the pan and place on a serving plate.
Optional: Garnish with chocolate shavings or a drizzle of extra fudge sauce.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g

Vitamins and Minerals

Calcium: 10%
Iron: 8%
Vitamin A: 6%
Magnesium: 5%
Potassium: 5%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

For an extra kick, add crushed nuts or caramelized hazelnuts to the fudge layer.
Make it even richer with a drizzle of hot fudge before serving.
Let the cake soften for 5 minutes before cutting to make slicing easier.

Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream Cake