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.