Description
This Decadent Homemade Ice Cream Cake is the ultimate indulgence for any celebration. Featuring layers of rich brownie, creamy ice cream, and velvety ganache, this showstopping dessert is easy to customize and guaranteed to impress your guests.
Ingredients
For the brownie base:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
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1 cup sugar
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2 eggs
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1/3 cup cocoa powder
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp baking powder
For the ice cream layer:
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1.5 quarts of your favorite ice cream (slightly softened)
For the ganache topping:
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Optional toppings:
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Sprinkles, crushed cookies, whipped cream, cherries
Instructions
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Make the brownie base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix butter, sugar, and eggs until smooth. Stir in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Pour into a lined springform pan and bake for 20–25 minutes. Let cool completely.
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Add the ice cream layer: Once the brownie base is cooled, spread softened ice cream evenly on top. Smooth the surface and freeze until firm (about 2–3 hours).
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Make ganache: Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering, then pour over chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.
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Top the cake: Pour ganache over the frozen cake and smooth the top. Freeze again for at least 1 hour.
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Serve: Let sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Decorate with optional toppings before serving.
Notes
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Use a springform pan for easy layering and removal.
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You can use store-bought brownies or cookies for a quicker version.
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Mix in nuts, cookie pieces, or fruit into the ice cream layer for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American