For those with an insatiable sweet tooth and a penchant for refreshing desserts, embark on a culinary journey to discover the ultimate recipe for "Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Cake." This frozen masterpiece blends the delightful flavors of cool mint and rich chocolate, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure indulgence. Join us as we unveil the secrets behind crafting this delectable dessert, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of minty freshness and chocolatey decadence.
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MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP ICE CREAM CAKE
With just a 9-by-13 pan, a spoon and four store-bought ingredients, you can make an ice cream cake that's creamy, crunchy and fudgy in every bite. It starts with crushed chocolate-mint cookies that are covered with mint chocolate chip ice cream. Next, it's topped with a layer of ice cream sandwiches, with their cakey cookies and vanilla ice cream. Follow that with more mint chip ice cream, and you've made a six-layer cake without breaking a sweat. Feel free to experiment here: Swap out the mint cookies for snickerdoodles, pretzels or broken waffle cones, and the mint-chip ice cream for coffee, peanut butter or strawberry ice cream - or any combination that sounds good to you. Slice the cake into pieces big or small, then drizzle them with hot fudge or Magic Shell. This cake serves a crowd, but you can halve the ingredients and build it in an 8-by-8-inch pan for a smaller group.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories cakes, ice creams and sorbets, dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield One 9-by-13-inch cake (15 to 18 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a 9-by-13-inch pan with two layers of plastic wrap, leaving a few inches of overhang on all sides. Open all of the ice cream containers. Place one 1 1/2 quart (or 3 pints) on the counter and let soften until it resembles thick cake batter, 5 to 10 minutes; you'll use this ice cream first. Place the other containers in the refrigerator to soften while you build the first half of the cake. (Ice cream will reach the desired consistency in the refrigerator in 20 to 30 minutes.)
- Scatter the crushed cookies in a thin, even layer across the bottom of the pan. Spoon the first softened container of ice cream over the cookies and spread into an even layer. Press down as you go to adhere the ice cream to the cookies. If at any point the ice cream is melting to liquid, pop the cake and ice cream in the freezer to firm to a spoonable consistency.
- Place the pan in the freezer while you unwrap the sandwiches. Top the ice cream with a layer of ice cream sandwiches, cutting some as needed to fill the layer to the edges.
- Spoon the remaining ice cream over the top and spread into an even layer. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours or up to 1 week.
- To serve, use the plastic overhang to remove the cake from the pan. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve with a drizzle of hot fudge or Magic Shell. If you're finding the cake too solid to cut, don't wait for it to soften: Warm your knife by running it under hot water and wiping it dry between cuts.
CHOCOLATE MERINGUE AND MINT CHIP ICE CREAM CAKE
Categories Milk/Cream Chocolate Egg Dessert Bake Kid-Friendly Frozen Dessert Summer Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 200°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Trace two 12x4-inch rectangles, spaced slightly apart, on 1 paper. Trace one 12x4-inch rectangle on second paper. Turn papers over (marked lines should show through). Sift 3 tablespoons sugar, powdered sugar, and cocoa into medium bowl. Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in large bowl until frothy. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add 5 tablespoons sugar, beating until whites are stiff and glossy. Fold in cocoa mixture. Spread 1/3 of meringue (about 1 1/2 cups) evenly over each marked rectangle. Bake meringues until dry, reversing sheets every hour, about 4 hours total. Turn off oven; leave meringues in oven overnight.
- Lift meringues from parchment. Place 2 meringues on work surface. Gently spread 1 pint ice cream over each, being careful not to press hard to avoid cracking meringues. Place 1 filled meringue on long platter. Top with second filled meringue, then third meringue, pressing lightly to adhere. Cover and freeze assembled cake at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
- Beat cream, vanilla, and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar in small bowl until peaks form. Spread whipped cream on top layer of meringue to cover; scatter chocolate sprinkles evenly over. Cut crosswise into slices and serve.
MINT-CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM SANDWICH CAKE
Nothing beats the flavors of rich chocolate, refreshing peppermint, and luscious vanilla ice cream on a hot day. This pretty ice box cake comes together easily, thanks to prepared ice cream sandwiches and chocolate sauce, which also give it a stunning, retro look.
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories Labor Day Cake Summer No-Cook Ice Cream Chocolate Mint Birthday Graduation Back to School Wedding
Yield Serves 12-14
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using an electric mixer on medium-low speed, beat cream in a large bowl until medium-stiff peaks form. Gently fold in chocolate syrup and peppermint extract. Transfer half of the cream mixture to a medium bowl; cover and chill until ready to use.
- Spread a thin layer of remaining cream mixture on bottom of a platter. Top with 4 ice cream sandwiches, placing 3 side by side and 1 along bottom of row for a square-shaped base, or 4 side by side for a rectangular-shaped base. Top with a thin layer of cream mixture and sprinkle with 1/4 cup cookies. Continue layering sandwiches, cream, and cookies, ending with a layer of cream, until all sandwiches are used (you should have 4 layers; reserve remaining 1/4 cup cookies). Wipe any excess cream off platter, then freeze until set, at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
- Using a spatula, frost top and sides of cake with reserved cream mixture. Sprinkle reserved 1/4 cup cookies over cake. Freeze again 30 minutes, then slice and serve.
- Do Ahead
- Fully assembled cake can be made 1 day ahead; keep frozen.
MINT-CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM CAKE
Frosty and impressive, this versatile ice cream cake is pretty enough for company, simple enough for a weeknight treat. Tint the whipped topping with food coloring or use different flavors of ice cream, extracts and cookie crumbs to suit different holidays or occasions. -Kathy Morrow, Hubbard, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with plastic wrap. Place 6 chocolate cakes in pan, completely covering the bottom. Spread ice cream over cakes; sprinkle with half of the cookie crumbs. Press remaining cakes on top. Cover and freeze for at least 3 hours., Just before serving, remove from the freezer and invert onto a serving plate. Remove pan and plastic wrap. , If desired, combine whipped topping and extract. Frost top and sides of cake with whipped topping. Sprinkle with remaining cookie crumbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
MINT CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM CAKE
Provided by Jessica Hirschman
Categories Cake Chocolate Dessert Freeze/Chill Frozen Dessert Mint Fall Bon Appétit California Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Finely grind cookies in processor. Blend in melted butter. Press crumb mixture evenly onto bottom and 2 1/4 inches up sides of 9x2 3/4-inch springform pan. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, soften mint ice cream slightly, about 2 minutes in microwave set on medium-low or in refrigerator. Spread mint ice cream evenly in chilled crust. Freeze until set but not solid, about 1 hour.
- Soften cookies and cream ice cream. Spread evenly over mint ice cream in pan. Freeze at least 2 hours or overnight. Melt chocolate chips in top of double boiler over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Using fork, lightly drizzle some chocolate back and forth over cake, creating design. Release sides of pan. cut cake into wedges. Serve, passing remaining melted chocolate chips separately as sauce.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your cake. Use fresh mint leaves, high-quality chocolate, and real vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake at the right temperature: The ideal temperature for baking this cake is 350°F (175°C). If you bake it at a higher temperature, the outside of the cake will brown too quickly and the inside will be undercooked.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake.
Conclusion:
This mint chocolate ice cream cake is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you like your cake minty or chocolatey, this recipe has you covered. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give this mint chocolate ice cream cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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