Ice Cream Loaf Cake – A Fun & Easy Dessert! 🍦🎉
Transform your dessert game with this ice cream loaf cake that’s simple, customizable, and oh-so-delicious! Perfect for any celebration or just because! 🎂✨
Ingredients:
- 1 pint ice cream (any flavor, softened)
- ½ cup chocolate sauce or caramel sauce
- ½ cup crushed cookies, nuts, or sprinkles
- 1 loaf pound cake (store-bought or homemade)
- Whipped cream (for topping, optional)
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake: Start by slicing the pound cake horizontally into three even layers.
- Layer the Ice Cream: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper. Place the bottom layer of the cake into the pan and generously spread half of the softened ice cream over it, smoothing it out evenly.
- Add the Middle Layer: Carefully place the second layer of cake on top. Spread the remaining ice cream over this layer, ensuring it is spread evenly for a delightful bite every time.
- Top with the Final Layer: Place the last layer of the pound cake on top, sealing in all the ice cream goodness.
- Freeze: Wrap the entire loaf pan tightly with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the ice cream is completely firm and set.
- Decorate: Once frozen, remove the loaf cake from the pan. Drizzle chocolate or caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with crushed cookies, nuts, or sprinkles for extra flair.
- Serve: Slice into servings and indulge in the delightful layers, topped with whipped cream and garnished with maraschino cherries if desired!
Nutritional Information:
Each slice (approx. 1/10 of the cake) contains roughly:
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Sugars: 20g
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Freezing time: 4 hours
