A Fondant Decorated Strawberry Ice Cream Cake sounds fancy, but it’s just a simple trick to impress guests. Layers of creamy strawberry ice cream meet a glossy fondant cover, and voilà – you’re a dessert genius! It’s sweet, it’s pretty, and it won’t take you all day. Plus, it’s an excuse to eat a whole cake and call it “fancy.” Because why settle for plain ol’ cake when you can have ice cream, fondant, and flavor overload? Your guests will act impressed. You’ll know it’s all about the frozen shortcuts.
Fondant Decorated Strawberry Ice Cream Cake
A delightful strawberry ice cream cake covered in smooth fondant, making dessert feel like an art project.
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberry ice cream softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate for ganache
- 1 package of fondant enough to cover the cake
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional for decoration
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Base: Line a 9-inch cake pan with plastic wrap. Layer the softened strawberry ice cream in the pan and freeze for 2-3 hours.
- Make Ganache: Heat heavy cream and pour over dark chocolate pieces. Stir until smooth. Add vanilla extract and let it cool.
- Cover with Fondant: Roll out the fondant to fit over the frozen ice cream layer. Smooth and cover the cake evenly.
- Decorate: Pour ganache over the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- Chill: Freeze for 1-2 hours to set the fondant and ganache.
- Serve: Slice and serve with a few chocolate chips or berries on top for extra flair.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin C: 4%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Fondant works best when the cake is super cold, so don’t skip the freezing steps.
- If you’re not fond of fondant, skip it and drizzle the ganache over the ice cream cake for a less “perfect” but still delicious look.
- Play with colors and edible glitter to make the cake even fancier.
