Cold Mint Chip Ice Cream Cake—finally, a dessert that combines the refreshing punch of mint with rich chocolate chips. If you’re bored of plain vanilla or chocolate, this is your answer. It’s like your standard ice cream cake, but with a cool twist—literally. Layered with minty goodness and studded with those sweet, crunchy chocolate bits, it’s practically a masterpiece. Sure, it’s a bold choice, but hey, who wants to blend in with the crowd? Prepare for a sugar rush and the moment when you ask, “Why didn’t I make this sooner?”
Cold Mint Chip Ice Cream Cake
A cool, minty cake layered with refreshing ice cream and crunchy chocolate chips. It’s an upgrade to any dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix plus ingredients needed to prepare
- 1 ½ cups mint chocolate chip ice cream softened
- 1 cup whipped cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare the chocolate cake according to the box instructions. Let it cool completely.
- Layer Ice Cream: Spread softened mint chocolate chip ice cream over the cooled cake, then freeze for 1–2 hours.
- Add Whipped Cream: Spread a layer of whipped cream over the frozen ice cream.
- Decorate: Top with chocolate chips and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
- Freeze Again: Freeze the entire cake for at least 1 more hour before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 8%
- Vitamin D: 2%
- Vitamin C: 1%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- To make it extra special, add a few mint leaves as garnish.
- For an even mintier kick, use mint extract in the cake.
- Let the cake thaw for a few minutes before slicing, it will make things easier!
