Sometimes, the classics are the only option. Enter the classic vanilla ice cream cake—no frills, just perfection. Forget the fancy toppings and intricate layers. This cake serves up the straightforward delight of creamy vanilla ice cream with a soft, crumbly base. You don’t need complicated flavors to impress—just rich vanilla flavor, a bit of texture, and a whole lot of nostalgia. After all, who can resist a slice of cool, creamy goodness that’s perfect for any occasion? Let’s be honest, this simple treat will always win hearts. No drama, just pure dessert satisfaction.

Classic Vanilla Ice Cream Cake

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This dessert layers vanilla ice cream with a simple, buttery cake base, topped with whipped cream for the perfect bite.

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Servings 12 servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

For the Cake Layer:

All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
Sugar: ½ cup
Baking powder: 1 ½ tsp
Eggs: 2
Milk: ½ cup
Butter melted: ¼ cup
Vanilla extract: 1 tsp

For the Ice Cream Layer:

Vanilla ice cream softened: 4 cups

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

Heavy cream: 1 cup
Powdered sugar: 2 tbsp
Vanilla extract: ½ tsp

Instructions

Prepare the Cake Layer:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a springform pan and set aside.
In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Add eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
Pour batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Let the cake cool completely before adding ice cream.

Assemble the Ice Cream Cake:

Once the cake is cool, top with softened vanilla ice cream.
Freeze the cake for 3-4 hours to set.

Make the Whipped Cream:

Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Spread whipped cream on top of the ice cream layer. Freeze for another 1-2 hours.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 320
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamin A: 12%
Calcium: 8%
Iron: 5%
Vitamin D: 10%
Potassium: 3%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

Add chocolate shavings or fresh fruit to the whipped cream topping for extra flair.
For a crunch, sprinkle crushed cookies between the ice cream and cake layers.
Let the cake thaw for 10 minutes before slicing for clean, smooth cuts.

Classic Vanilla Ice Cream Cake