Valentine’s Day is about love, right? But what if your love could be red, velvety, and incredibly sweet? Meet the Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake, the perfect dessert for impressing anyone this February 14th. Because nothing says “I love you” like a cake that combines the luxury of red velvet with the cold bliss of ice cream. If flowers and chocolate are too predictable, go for something with more layers—and more flavor. Your partner will never look at cake the same way again. Now that’s love at first bite.
Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake for Valentine’s Day
A rich and decadent red velvet cake layered with creamy ice cream. This cake is the ultimate Valentine's Day dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream softened
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup cream cheese for frosting
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring for extra color pop
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Bake the red velvet cake mix according to package instructions. Let it cool completely.
- Layer Ice Cream: Soften vanilla ice cream and spread it evenly over the cooled cake.
- Freeze: Freeze the layers for at least 2 hours, so it firms up.
- Make Frosting: Mix whipped cream, cream cheese, and cocoa powder. Frost the top of the frozen cake.
- Serve: Slice it up and enjoy. Share if you’re feeling generous.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin D: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Add sprinkles or chocolate shavings for a bit of flair.
- Use gel food coloring for a deeper, more vibrant color.
- Not into ice cream? Opt for a whipped frosting instead.
