Oh, so you’re into chocolate and mint? Well, this Mini Chocolate Mint Ice Cream Cake will make you rethink your love affair with mint chocolate chip. The creamy, rich chocolate paired with a burst of refreshing mint creates a dessert that’s anything but ordinary. You might wonder if mint belongs with chocolate—spoiler alert: it does. The cool, smooth mint ice cream melds perfectly with the decadent chocolate base, making each bite a sweet victory. Prepare yourself to savor this treat and maybe even argue about whether it’s better than any other mint dessert. But hey, no judgment.
Mini Chocolate Mint Ice Cream Cake
A decadent chocolate mint ice cream cake with rich layers of chocolate and refreshing mint flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pack chocolate wafer cookies crushed
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- 2 cups mint chocolate chip ice cream softened
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp peppermint extract optional for extra mint flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine crushed cookies with melted butter and press into mini pans. Bake for 8 minutes.
- Let the crust cool, then spread softened mint ice cream on top.
- Freeze for 1 hour to set the ice cream.
- Melt dark chocolate with heavy cream until smooth, pour over ice cream layer.
- Freeze until fully set (about 2 hours).
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin D: 2%
- Vitamin C: 1%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add crushed candy canes for a festive touch.
- For extra chocolatey richness, drizzle more chocolate over the top before freezing.
- Allow the cake to soften for 5 minutes before serving for the perfect texture
