Decadent Brownie Ice Cream Cake Recipe
This Brownie Ice Cream Cake is a delectable no-bake dessert featuring rich, fudgy brownie layers combined with creamy ice cream and topped with luscious chocolate sauce. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat on warm days, it requires minimal effort and freezes to a firm, sliceable cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (if baking brownies from scratch)
- Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes (including freezing time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer
- 1 batch of fudgy brownies, cooled and cut to fit your cake pan (about 9x9 inches)
Ice Cream Layer
- 1.5 quarts (6 cups) of your favorite ice cream, slightly softened
Topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate sauce, warmed slightly for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownie Base: Bake or use store-bought brownies and allow them to cool completely. Cut the brownies to fit the bottom of your cake pan evenly to form the base layer of the cake.
- Layer the Ice Cream: Spread the softened ice cream evenly over the brownie base, smoothing the top with a spatula. Make sure the ice cream layer is thick enough for a balanced ratio between the brownie and ice cream.
- Freeze Until Firm: Place the layered pan into the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours or until the ice cream is completely solid and the cake is firm.
- Add the Chocolate Sauce: When ready to serve, drizzle the warmed chocolate sauce generously over the top of the brownie ice cream cake for added flavor and richness.
- Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water to slice neat pieces. Serve immediately and enjoy the layers of chocolatey brownie and creamy ice cream.
Notes
- Ensure brownies are fully cooled before adding ice cream to prevent melting.
- Slightly soften ice cream for easier spreading but avoid melting.
- The cake can be stored in the freezer covered with plastic wrap for up to 1 week.
- Try using different ice cream flavors like mint chocolate chip or caramel for variety.
- Chocolate sauce can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
Keywords: brownie cake, ice cream cake, no-bake dessert, chocolate, frozen dessert, easy dessert
