Ice Cream Cake Recipe
Ice cream cakes trace their roots to the Renaissance era in Europe, where they were known as "bombes." These layered desserts combined ice cream and fruit encased in a thin sponge cake layer. Over the years, they’ve evolved into the modern versions we love today, featuring creative combinations of flavors, decorations, and layers.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Plastic wrap or parchment paper
- Spatula
- Knife
- Freezer
Ingredients
- Cake Layer: 1 box of your favorite cake mix (or prepare a homemade sponge cake)
- Ingredients listed on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
- Ice Cream Layer: 1.5 liters of ice cream (choose your favorite flavor or mix two!)
Optional: Chocolate chips, nuts, or crushed cookies for added texture
- Frosting and Decoration:
2 cups whipped cream or frosting of choice
- Sprinkles, chocolate syrup, or fresh fruits for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the temperature indicated on the cake mix box.
- Grease and flour your cake pan.
- Prepare the cake batter according to the package or your recipe.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake as directed.
- Allow the cake to cool completely.
- Let the ice cream sit out for 10–15 minutes to soften.
- Line another cake pan (same size as the first) with plastic wrap.
- Scoop the softened ice cream into the pan and spread it evenly.
- Press in optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or crushed cookies if desired.
- Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- Once the cake and ice cream layers are fully cooled and frozen, place the cake layer on a flat surface.
- Gently remove the ice cream layer from its pan and place it on top of the cake.
- Smooth the edges with a spatula for a clean finish.
- Spread whipped cream or frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate with sprinkles, chocolate syrup, or fresh fruits.
- Freeze the assembled cake for at least 2 more hours.
- Remove the cake from the freezer 10 minutes before serving to soften slightly.
- Slice with a sharp knife, serve, and watch the smiles unfold!