Vanilla Birthday Ice Cream Cake
A layered vanilla ice cream cake, topped with whipped cream. It's the ultimate fuss-free birthday treat, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Sugar: ¾ cup
- Eggs: 2
- Unsalted butter: ½ cup softened
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Whole milk: ½ cup
For the Ice Cream Layers:
- Vanilla ice cream: 6 cups softened
For the Whipped Cream Topping:
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Powdered sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: ½ teaspoon
Instructions
Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the cake pan.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
- Beat butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk into the mixture until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 30 minutes. Cool completely before assembling.
Assemble the Ice Cream Layers:
- Slice the cake into two even layers.
- Place one layer in a freezer-safe dish. Spread half the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the layer.
- Add the second cake layer and cover with the remaining ice cream. Freeze for at least 2 hours.
Add the Whipped Cream Topping:
- Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the frozen cake and smooth with an offset spatula.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 360
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin D: 5%
- Vitamin B12: 6%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Garnish with fresh berries or sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Add a layer of crushed cookies for extra texture.
- Let the cake sit for 10 minutes before slicing for easier serving.