Trendy Ombre Ice Cream Cake
A visually stunning, gradient-layered ice cream cake blending creamy textures and artistic flair for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 cups vanilla ice cream softened
- 1 cup whipped cream for decoration
- 4 food coloring gels pink, purple, blue, yellow
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup white chocolate curls optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press the mixture into a springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Divide the Ice Cream:
- Split softened ice cream into four bowls. Tint each bowl with food coloring to create a gradient effect.
- Layer the Ice Cream:
- Spread the darkest ice cream layer onto the crust. Freeze for 30 minutes. Repeat with each lighter shade.
- Decorate the Cake:
- Once layered, top the cake with whipped cream and white chocolate curls for added charm.
- Final Freeze:
- Freeze the completed cake for at least 7 hours or overnight for best results.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 12%
- Vitamin D: 10%
- Iron: 2%
- Potassium: 5%
- Vitamin A: 8%
Additional Notes and Tips
- Allow ice cream to soften slightly for easier layering.
- Smooth layers with an offset spatula for a polished look.
- Add edible flowers or sprinkles for extra flair.