Description
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake is the ultimate dessert that combines layers of creamy vanilla ice cream, crunchy chocolate sandwich cookies, and fluffy whipped topping. This show-stopping cake is perfect for birthdays, summer barbecues, or any celebration, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors in every bite. With its eye-catching layers and nostalgic taste, this cake will be the highlight of your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream (softened)
- 2 cups whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup (for drizzling)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter to form a crust.
- In a springform pan, press half of the cookie mixture into the bottom as the base.
- Spread half of the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle crushed cookies on top of the ice cream layer, then add another layer of ice cream.
- Top with remaining cookie crumbs, drizzle with chocolate syrup, and cover with whipped topping.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.
- Once solid, release from the pan, slice, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: You can substitute different cookie types or ice cream flavors to create your own unique version. Ensure your ice cream is soft enough to spread but not completely melted for easier layering.