Dark Chocolate Velvet Ice Cream Cake
A rich, layered ice cream cake infused with dark chocolate decadence and velvet-smooth textures, perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
For the Base:
- Dark chocolate cookie crumbs: 2 cups
- Melted butter: ¼ cup
For the Filling:
- Dark chocolate ice cream: 3 cups softened
- Whipped cream: 2 cups
For the Topping:
- Dark chocolate shavings: ½ cup
- Chocolate syrup: ¼ cup
- Cocoa powder: 1 tablespoon for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Base:
- Crush dark chocolate cookies into fine crumbs.
- Mix the crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
Create the Filling:
- Spread softened dark chocolate ice cream evenly over the crust. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- Top the ice cream layer with whipped cream, spreading smoothly. Freeze for 2 hours or until set.
Garnish the Cake:
- Sprinkle dark chocolate shavings generously over the whipped cream layer.
- Drizzle with chocolate syrup and dust lightly with cocoa powder.
- Freeze for another hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Potassium: 7%
- Vitamin A: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Use bittersweet chocolate for an extra punch of richness.
- Serve with a dollop of freshly whipped cream for added texture.
- Let the cake sit for 5 minutes before slicing for easier handling.