Ah, the classic chocolate ice cream cake—because why settle for just cake or ice cream when you can have both? This dessert is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining layers of creamy ice cream and rich chocolate cake. It’s perfect for any occasion, or just when you want to indulge in a chocolate overload. Let’s face it: if you’re not having a dessert like this, are you even living? With a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a treat that’ll make people question how they’ve been living without it. So go ahead, dig in.
Classic Chocolate Ice Cream Cake
This recipe combines a rich chocolate cake with creamy ice cream layers, topped off with whipped cream. A dream come true!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
- Cocoa powder: ½ cup
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Vegetable oil: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Boiling water: 1 cup
For the Ice Cream Layers:
- Chocolate ice cream: 4 cups softened
- Vanilla ice cream: 4 cups softened
For the Whipped Cream Topping:
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Powdered sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: ½ teaspoon
Instructions
Make the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Add oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Pour in boiling water, stirring until the batter is well-combined.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 30 minutes. Let it cool completely.
Prepare the Ice Cream Layers:
- Once the cake is cooled, slice it in half horizontally.
- Place one half in the bottom of a freezer-safe container.
- Spread a layer of softened chocolate ice cream over the cake.
- Add a second layer of cake and top it with vanilla ice cream.
- Freeze for at least 1 hour until firm.
Whipped Cream Topping:
- Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the frozen cake and ice cream layers.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 12%
- Vitamin D: 2%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Top with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for extra flair.
- Try adding some crushed cookies between the layers for texture.
- Let the cake thaw for a few minutes before serving for easier slicing.
