Description
This homemade Carvel Ice Cream Cake is the ultimate frozen treat, featuring layers of creamy vanilla and chocolate ice cream, a signature chocolate cookie crunch center, and a fluffy whipped topping.
Ingredients
Chocolate Crunch Layer:
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24 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), crushed
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 cup chocolate shell topping or melted chocolate chips
Ice Cream Layers:
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1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
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1 quart chocolate ice cream, softened
Whipped Frosting:
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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3 tbsp powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
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Sprinkles
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Crushed cookies
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Maraschino cherries
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Chocolate or caramel drizzle
Instructions
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Line the pan: Line an 8-inch springform pan with plastic wrap, allowing overhang.
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Add vanilla layer: Spread softened vanilla ice cream evenly in the bottom. Freeze for 30 minutes.
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Make crunch layer: Mix crushed cookies, butter, and chocolate topping. Spread over vanilla layer and gently press.
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Add chocolate layer: Spread chocolate ice cream over crunch. Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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Prepare frosting: Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
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Frost and decorate: Remove cake from pan, frost with whipped cream, and decorate with toppings as desired.
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Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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You can use different ice cream flavors (strawberry, mint chip) to customize.
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Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the freezer for up to a week.
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Softening ice cream for 10–15 minutes makes it easier to spread.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Carvel Ice Cream Cake, homemade Carvel cake, chocolate crunch ice cream cake, summer ice cream cake, no bake dessert
