Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream Cake
A decadent chocolate fudge ice cream cake combining rich fudge layers with creamy ice cream, delivering the perfect indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Fudge Layer:
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup
- Heavy cream: ½ cup
- Butter: 2 tbsp
- Sugar: ¼ cup
For the Ice Cream Layer:
- Chocolate ice cream: 4 cups softened
- Vanilla ice cream: 4 cups softened
For the Crust:
- Chocolate wafer cookies: 1 ½ cups crushed
- Melted butter: 4 tbsp
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Combine crushed chocolate wafer cookies and melted butter until well mixed.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes to set.
Make the Fudge Layer:
- In a saucepan, melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, butter, and sugar over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth.
- Pour the fudge mixture over the frozen crust and spread evenly. Freeze for 30 minutes.
Create the Ice Cream Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, layer the softened chocolate and vanilla ice cream, blending them lightly to create a marbled effect.
- Spread the ice cream over the fudge layer in the pan. Freeze for 2 hours or until firm.
Garnish the Cake:
- Once set, remove the cake from the pan and place on a serving plate.
- Optional: Garnish with chocolate shavings or a drizzle of extra fudge sauce.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- For an extra kick, add crushed nuts or caramelized hazelnuts to the fudge layer.
- Make it even richer with a drizzle of hot fudge before serving.
- Let the cake soften for 5 minutes before cutting to make slicing easier.