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Holiday Ice Cream Cake

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This festive Holiday Ice Cream Cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines creamy layers of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream with a rich homemade chocolate sauce. Packed with chopped candy bars and chocolate sandwich cookies, it offers a delightful mix of smooth textures and crunchy surprises in every bite. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or summer gatherings, this no-bake treat is surprisingly easy to assemble. While traditionally made with dairy, this recipe can be adapted for vegan diets by using plant-based ice creams and dairy-free chocolate. It&# 226;€™s a nostalgic favorite that brings home-style comfort and indulgent flavor to any table, satisfying sweet-tooth cravings without the fuss of baking a traditional cake.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 16
Calories: 273.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This festive Holiday Ice Cream Cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines creamy layers of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream with a rich homemade chocolate sauce. Packed with chopped candy bars and chocolate sandwich cookies, it offers a delightful mix of smooth textures and crunchy surprises in every bite. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or summer gatherings, this no-bake treat is surprisingly easy to assemble. While traditionally made with dairy, this recipe can be adapted for vegan diets by using plant-based ice creams and dairy-free chocolate. It&# 226;€™s a nostalgic favorite that brings home-style comfort and indulgent flavor to any table, satisfying sweet-tooth cravings without the fuss of baking a traditional cake.
Ingredients
  • 8 ounce Semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 3/4 cup Heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoon Corn syrup
  • 3 quarts Ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry)
  • 9 bars Candy bars (approx. 50g each)
  • 16 cookies Chocolate sandwich cookies
  • 1/4 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt semisweet chocolate, whipping cream, and corn syrup in the top of a double boiler over hot, not boiling, water, whisking until smooth.
  2. 2
    Remove chocolate sauce from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  3. 3
    Let the three containers of ice cream soften at room temperature for 30 minutes to make them easier to spread.
  4. 4
    Cover a 10-inch cardboard circle with waxed paper and place it inside an 11-inch springform pan.
  5. 5
    Chop the candy bars and chocolate sandwich cookies into small pieces.
  6. 6
    Spread the first container of ice cream evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle half of the chopped candy bars and cookies over the ice cream layer.
  8. 8
    Drizzle 1/2 cup of the cooled chocolate sauce over the toppings.
  9. 9
    Repeat the layering process with the second container of ice cream, remaining candy/cookie mixture, and another drizzle of sauce.
  10. 10
    Spread the third container of ice cream on top, smoothing the surface.
  11. 11
    Drizzle the remaining chocolate sauce over the top layer and sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds.
  12. 12
    Freeze the cake for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
  13. 13
    Remove the cake from the refrigerator and let it soften for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 273.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.0g24%
Saturated Fat 9.0g45%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 12.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 29.5g10%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugars 23.0g
Protein 2.5g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: The cake can be removed from the springform pan, wrapped well in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and frozen for up to one month.

Flavor Variations: While this recipe suggests chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla ice cream, you can choose any favorite flavors. Consider using mint chip, coffee, or butter pecan for variety.

Topping Ideas: Add a variety of crispy, caramel, chocolate, and peanut butter flavored candy bars to customize the crunch.

Preparation Tip: Ensure the chocolate sauce is cooled but still pourable before drizzling to prevent it from melting the ice cream layers too quickly.

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