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A layered ice cream cake with chocolate and vanilla ice cream, Oreo crust, and whipped cream frosting

Ultimate Homemade Ice Cream Cake

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 540 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 24 Oreo cookies , crushed into fine crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1.5 quarts chocolate ice cream, softened for 15 minutes
  • 1.5 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened for 15 minutes
  • 1 cup chocolate fudge sauce, chilled but spreadable
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or decorative sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang to assist in lifting later.
  • In a medium bowl, combine crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
  • Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and freeze for 15 minutes to set.
  • Spread the softened chocolate ice cream evenly over the crust. Freeze for 45 minutes until the surface is firm.
  • Pour the chilled chocolate fudge sauce over the chocolate ice cream layer, spreading it to the edges. Freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Spread the softened vanilla ice cream over the fudge layer. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight until completely solid.
  • In a large chilled bowl, whisk heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  • Release the springform pan sides and peel back the plastic wrap. Transfer the cake to a serving platter.
  • Frost the top and sides of the cake with the whipped cream and garnish with chocolate chips or sprinkles.
  • Freeze for an additional 1 hour before slicing. Dip a sharp knife in warm water between cuts for clean slices.