Description
Indulge in a delightful Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake, where the lusciousness of ice cream meets the softness of cake. This crowd-pleasing dessert features layers of rich, buttery cake generously filled with creamy cookies and cream ice cream, all topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy Oreo cookie bits. Perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, this cake delivers a fun, delicious experience that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 ½ cups cake flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup chopped Oreo cookies
- 1.5 quarts cookies and cream ice cream, softened
- 2 cups whipped cream for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the creamed mixture alternately with milk until just combined. Fold in chopped Oreo cookies.
- Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Assemble by placing one layer on a serving platter and spreading softened cookies and cream ice cream over it, then top with the second layer of cake.
- Frost the top with whipped cream and garnish with additional chopped Oreos. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Allow all ingredients to reach room temperature for optimal mixing. Soften ice cream adequately for easier spreading. Feel free to customize your cake by adding different cookie varieties or ice cream flavors.