Strawberry Almond Ice Cream Cake—because why settle for ordinary when you can have creamy ice cream and crunchy almonds dancing together in a cake? This dessert is like the VIP of the ice cream world. It’s a layered masterpiece with the sweetness of strawberries and the nutty kick of almonds, which, let’s be honest, makes everything better. Perfect for impressing guests who believe they know everything about dessert. The best part? You don’t have to bake it. Just freeze, slice, and wow. Get ready for the “how did you make this?” compliments.
Strawberry Almond Ice Cream Cake
This cake combines strawberry ice cream with almond crunch and a buttery base, creating a flavorful, no-bake dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 2 cups strawberry ice cream softened
- 1 cup sliced almonds toasted
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill.
- Soften strawberry ice cream and layer it over the crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the ice cream layer.
- Top with toasted almonds and freeze for 4 hours.
- Serve chilled and watch it disappear.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and minerals present (per serving):
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin D: 7%
Any additional notes/tips to enhance the flavor for the recipe
- Add a sprinkle of extra toasted almonds for crunch.
- Top with fresh strawberries for some extra flair.
- Drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce for a luxurious touch.
