So, you want the perfect blend of chocolate and strawberry? This cake delivers it, but with ice cream for extra indulgence. The creamy ice cream melts in your mouth, while the rich chocolate and fresh strawberries keep things interesting. It’s the dessert that thinks it’s fancy but doesn’t ask too much from you. No complicated techniques, no chef-level skills required. Just throw it together and let the freezer work its magic. You’ll have an impressive, yet ridiculously easy dessert. Honestly, if you can’t make this, maybe dessert just isn’t your thing.

Chocolate Strawberry Ice Cream Cake

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A decadent ice cream cake with layers of chocolate cake, strawberry ice cream, and creamy whipped topping for the perfect summer treat.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings 10 servings

Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients

For the Cake Layer:

All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
Unsweetened cocoa powder: ¼ cup
Baking powder: 1 tsp
Sugar: ¾ cup
Eggs: 2
Milk: ½ cup
Vegetable oil: ¼ cup
Vanilla extract: 1 tsp

For the Ice Cream Layers:

Strawberry ice cream: 4 cups softened
Chocolate ice cream: 4 cups softened

For the Topping:

Whipped cream: 1 cup
Fresh strawberries: ½ cup sliced

Instructions

Prepare the Cake Layer:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture.
Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, then cool completely.

Create the Ice Cream Layers:

Soften the strawberry and chocolate ice cream.
Spread a layer of strawberry ice cream over the cooled cake. Freeze for 1-2 hours.
Spread the chocolate ice cream on top of the strawberry layer. Freeze for another 2-3 hours.

Add the Topping:

Whisk the whipped cream until stiff peaks form.
Spread the whipped cream over the frozen ice cream layers.
Garnish with sliced fresh strawberries.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 380
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g

Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamin C: 10%
Calcium: 8%
Iron: 6%
Vitamin A: 4%
Potassium: 5%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra indulgence.
Use fresh whipped cream instead of store-bought for a lighter texture.
Make this cake the night before to let the layers set perfectly.

Chocolate Strawberry Ice Cream Cake