Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

introduction

This cake mixes cookie dough and ice cream. It feels like a gift for hot days and small treats. You can make it fast with few steps. Try a different cookie or ice cream if you want. See a similar cake here: cookie ice cake recipe.

why make this recipe

You make this cake for fun and joy. Kids like the cookie bits and the soft ice cream. You do not need a lot of tools. You can make it ahead and keep it in the freezer. For another easy icebox idea, look at icebox cake idea.

how to make Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients :

• 1 pint vanilla ice cream
• 1 pint chocolate ice cream
• 1 cup cookie dough
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup whipped cream
• Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)
• Graham cracker crust (optional)

Directions :

1. Soften the vanilla ice cream a bit. Press it in a springform pan to make the first layer.
2. Break cookie dough into small bits. Sprinkle the bits and the chocolate chips over the vanilla layer.
3. Soften the chocolate ice cream. Spread it on top and smooth it out.
4. Freeze the pan for at least 4 hours until the cake is firm.
5. Take the cake from the pan. Add whipped cream on top and drip chocolate syrup.
6. Cut slices and serve. Enjoy!

For a similar full cake idea, you can see another cookie ice cream cake.

how to serve Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Cut the cake with a knife warmed in hot water. Serve on cold plates so the cake stays firm. Add extra syrup or a few cookie bits on top for color. You can serve it with fresh fruit or a hot drink to balance the cold.

how to store Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Wrap the cake tight with plastic wrap. Put it in the freezer. It will keep well for up to one week. If you cut slices, wrap each slice tight to stop freezer burn. Let a slice sit 5 to 10 minutes at room temp before you eat it for an easy bite.

tips to make Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

• Soften ice cream just a little. Do not let it melt.
• Use small cookie dough bits so you can cut clean slices.
• A springform pan makes it easy to take out the cake.
• Freeze for more time if the cake is soft.
• Try a crust under the vanilla layer for a firm base. For a brownie base idea, check frozen brownie cake.

variation (if any)

• Use mint or strawberry ice cream for a new taste.
• Swap cookie dough for crushed cookies or brownies.
• Add nuts or caramel for more crunch.
• Make mini cakes in small pans for single serves.
• Try a copycat style layer with different frostings like this idea: copycat ice cream cake.

FAQs

Q: Can I use store bought cookie dough?
A: Yes. Store dough works fine. Cut it small first.

Q: How long should I freeze the cake?
A: Freeze at least 4 hours. If you want extra firm cake, freeze overnight.

Q: Can I make this with other ice cream flavors?
A: Yes. Pick any two flavors you like. Fruit or nut flavors work well.

Q: Will the cake get hard in the freezer?
A: It will firm up. Let it sit a few minutes so it is easy to cut.

Q: Can I make this without a springform pan?
A: Yes. Use any pan, but line it with plastic wrap to lift the cake out.

Conclusion

For a full step by step guide and more photos, see Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake | Buttermilk by Sam.