Fondant Birthday Cake Ice Cream Cake
A festive, multi-layered ice cream cake smothered in smooth fondant for an extra special birthday bash.
Ingredients
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream softened
- 2 cups strawberry ice cream softened
- 1 cup chocolate ice cream softened
- 1 package fondant enough to cover the cake and create decorations
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting
- 1 tbsp corn syrup for attaching decorations
- Food coloring to create cake layers and details
- Edible glitter optional
Instructions
- Prepare Ice Cream Layers: Layer softened ice cream in a 9-inch round pan, alternating flavors for a colorful, swirled effect.
- Freeze: Let the ice cream set in the freezer for about 3 hours until firm.
- Prepare Fondant: Roll out fondant and color it, shaping it to fit the cake’s top and sides.
- Assemble Cake: Once the ice cream is frozen, cover it with a smooth layer of fondant.
- Decorate: Add fondant details such as decorations or birthday messages to personalize.
- Chill: Place the cake back into the freezer to firm up for 1-2 hours.
- Serve: Slice, serve, and enjoy your birthday masterpiece.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 3%
- Vitamin D: 5%
- Vitamin C: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Use high-quality fondant to ensure smooth, easy-to-work-with layers.
- Get creative with food coloring to add extra fun to your fondant designs.
- Keep the cake chilled to prevent the fondant from becoming too soft or sticky.