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Easy Ice Cream Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Easy Ice Cream Cake combines a rich, fudgy brownie base with crunchy Oreo cookie pieces and creamy ice cream, making a delightful no-bake frozen dessert perfect for any occasion. It requires minimal preparation and only a few ingredients to create an irresistibly luscious treat that can be customized with your favorite ice cream flavors.


Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Layer

  • 20 ounces brownie mix (prepared according to package instructions)

Cookie Layer

  • 15 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped

Ice Cream Layer

  • 1 quart of your favorite ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, or a mix)


Instructions

  1. Prepare Brownies: Prepare the brownie mix as directed on the package, then pour the batter into a 9×13 inch pan and bake. Once baked, allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to ensure the ice cream layer doesn’t melt.
  2. Chop Oreos: While the brownies cool, roughly chop the Oreo cookies into bite-sized pieces for texture and crunch in the cake.
  3. Layer Brownies: After the brownies have cooled completely, ensure they are evenly spread in the pan to form a level base layer for the dessert.
  4. Add Oreo Pieces: Sprinkle the chopped Oreo cookies evenly over the cooled brownie layer to add a satisfying cookie crunch.
  5. Layer Ice Cream: Scoop your chosen ice cream over the Oreo cookie layer and spread it out evenly to cover the entire surface of the pan for a smooth, creamy top layer.
  6. Freeze the Cake: Place the assembled cake in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours or until the ice cream is fully set and firm.
  7. Serve: Once frozen solid, slice the ice cream cake into servings using a sharp knife and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make ice cream cake!

Notes

  • Allow brownies to cool completely before adding ice cream to prevent melting.
  • You can substitute Oreos with any other favorite cookie for variation.
  • Use any ice cream flavor or a combination to customize the cake.
  • Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil while freezing to prevent freezer burn.
  • To make slicing easier, dip the knife in hot water and wipe dry before cutting.