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Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Irresistible Ice Cream Cake Recipe: No-Bake and Super Fun!

This easy ice cream cake recipe is a delightful no-bake treat that combines layers of vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, and peanuts for a refreshing dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 quart Vanilla Ice Cream Softened for easy spreading.
  • 1/2 cup Hot Fudge Sauce Warm slightly for easier drizzling.
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Ice Cream Topping Warm before using for easy pourability.
  • 1 cup Dry Roasted Peanuts Crunchy texture; substitute with other nuts for nut-free.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 bottle Magic Shell Hardens when cold.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream For fluffy finish.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Add crunch; mix with peanuts if desired.
  • 4 pieces Maraschino Cherries For garnish.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking dish
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Customizable No-Bake Ice Cream Cake
  1. Begin by evenly distributing 1/3 of the dry roasted peanuts in the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. Warm 1/4 cup each of hot fudge and caramel sauces in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds.
  3. Drizzle both sauces over the peanuts, allowing them to soak into the layers.
  4. Take half of your softened vanilla ice cream and gently spoon it over the sauces.
  5. Repeat the layering process by sprinkling the remaining peanuts over the ice cream layer.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for about 4-6 hours.
  7. Before serving, drizzle the top with Magic Shell if desired and slice with a warm knife.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ice cream is softened before spreading for smooth layering. Use a warm knife for cutting and keep the cake frozen until ready to serve.

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