Christmas Ice Cream Cake
This delightful dessert combines creamy vanilla ice cream, rich chocolate fudge sauce, and peppermint candies, making it a perfect holiday treat for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Base and Layers
- 2 pints vanilla ice cream Soften slightly before using.
- 1 cup chocolate fudge sauce For drizzling.
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies For topping and layering.
- 8 ounces chocolate wafer cookies Crushed for the base.
- 1 cup whipped cream For the final layer.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and allow the vanilla ice cream to soften slightly.
- Crush chocolate wafer cookies finely.
Assembling the Cake
- In a springform pan, sprinkle a layer of crushed chocolate wafer cookies on the bottom for the base.
- Spread a layer of vanilla ice cream on top of the cookie base, aiming for about an inch thick.
- Drizzle chocolate fudge sauce over the vanilla ice cream.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies over the fudge sauce.
- Repeat layering steps until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of whipped cream.
Setting the Cake
- Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours to set.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with additional crushed peppermint candies.
- Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan, slice, and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the freezer for up to two weeks. Ensure even layers for better shape retention.