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13 Heavenly Ice Cream Cake Recipes to Try This Summer

FEBRUARY 20, 2023
13 Heavenly Ice Cream Cake Recipes to Try This Summer
Ice cream cakes are the perfect dessert for hot summer days. Whether you’re looking for a showstopper centerpiece for a party or a tasty treat to share with friends, these ice cream cakes are sure to please. From classic ice cream cake recipes to creative variations, there are plenty of delicious ideas to try. From simple no-bake ice cream cake recipes to more elaborate constructions, these ice cream cakes are sure to be the highlight of your summer dessert lineup. Our recipes are easy enough to make for a weeknight treat or special enough to serve at your next celebration. For a truly indulgent experience, try one of our ice cream cakes that can be enjoyed right out of the freezer. With so many delicious recipes to choose from, the most difficult part will be deciding which one to try first!
Just So Tasty

Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

Brownie, chocolate ice cream, chocolate fudge & even more chocolate make this chocolate ice cream cake over the top delicious. So easy to prepare - it's the ultimate ice cream treat for true chocolate lovers.
13 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
595
CALORIES
$1.24
PER SERVING
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Chocolate Ice Cream Cake
Josie and Nina

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake

An ice cream cake that'll be the start of your summer gathering.
13
569
6
4 hr 25 min
TOTAL TIME
781
CALORIES
$1.39
PER SERVING
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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake
Queen

Salted Caramel Ice Cream Cake

When it’s too hot to bake, there’s only one answer – ice cream cake! This cheat’s version is laden with choc-espresso soaked sponge fingers, creamy salted caramel ice cream and indulgent toffee sauce. YUM!
45 min
TOTAL TIME
972
CALORIES
$1.93
PER SERVING
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Salted Caramel Ice Cream Cake
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Coconut-Lemon Ice Cream Cake

This Coconut-Lemon Ice Cream Cake combines two classic summer flavors for a delicious, cool treat. Layers of creamy coconut ice cream and tangy lemon sherbet come together in a graham cracker crust for a no-bake treat that will quickly become a family favorite. Enjoy a slice of this sweet and tart c...
12
320
CALORIES
$0.87
PER SERVING
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Coconut-Lemon Ice Cream Cake
Half Baked Harvest

Swirled Berry Ice Cream Butter Cake

This pretty cake is the go-to summer dessert…super easy, super simple, yet so darn delicious!
54
2,856
90
4 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
527
CALORIES
$1.89
PER SERVING
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Swirled Berry Ice Cream Butter Cake
Also The Crumbs Please

Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake

This gorgeous peanut butter ice cream cake is the indulgent treat you have been waiting for. You will get to taste the perfect marriage of crunchy, sweet, salty, and creamy in every bite. You can make this decadent dessert with just 9 ingredients and 15 minutes prep.
1
658
1
12 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
719
CALORIES
$1.58
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake
Sunday Supper Movement

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake

This is the strawberry ice cream shortcake of your dreams! Perfect for birthday celebrations and holidays. Everyone will love this strawberry cake recipe!
4
168
3
2 hr
TOTAL TIME
836
CALORIES
$1.27
PER SERVING
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Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake
Also The Crumbs Please

Brownie Ice Cream Cake Recipe

This Fudge Brownie Ice Cream Cake is easy to make and beyond delicious. Two fudge brownie layers, a 3-ingredient chocolate fudge sauce, and lots of creamy ice cream. Death-by-chocolate guaranteed.
2
32,706
77
45 min
TOTAL TIME
571
CALORIES
$1.41
PER SERVING
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Brownie Ice Cream Cake Recipe
Half Baked Harvest

Coffee and Fudge Ice Cream Cake

Made with 3 layers of ice cream...chocolate, coffee, and vanilla...then layered with graham crackers and the fudgiest homemade sauce!
43
112
6 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
661
CALORIES
$1.47
PER SERVING
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Coffee and Fudge Ice Cream Cake
Mom on Time Out

Easy Ice Cream Cake

This easy Ice Cream Cake is the perfect summer dessert! Loads of ice cream sits atop a fudgy brownie bottom and is piled high with hot fudge, salted caramel and whipping cream - so good!
1
427
25 min
TOTAL TIME
634
CALORIES
$1.12
PER SERVING
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Easy Ice Cream Cake
The Recipe Rebel

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake

This Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake is a show-stopping strawberry dessert! Made with crushed shortbread cookies, strawberry shortcake ice cream, and homemade strawberry sauce, it's a no bake dessert everyone will love! 
6
10,114
137
40 min
TOTAL TIME
696
CALORIES
$1.62
PER SERVING
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Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake
dANI'S cOOKINGS

Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake

Indulge in the classic flavors of Neapolitan ice cream with this easy-to-make Neapolitan ice cream cake. Layers of creamy chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice cream come together for a delicious frozen treat that your whole family will love. It's a perfect way to cool off after a summer day!
1
50 min
TOTAL TIME
682
CALORIES
$1.55
PER SERVING
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Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake
Buttermilk by Sam

Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Two layers of whipped edible chocolate chip cookie dough sandwich vanilla ice cream.
2
736
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
479
CALORIES
$1.06
PER SERVING
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Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake
Princess Pinky Girl

Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake

Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake is a tasty twist on the classic soft serve slice. This homemade version is quick and easy to assemble and freezes into a delcious dessert that makes any celebration sweeter.
19
18,520
536
8 hr 30 min
TOTAL TIME
680
CALORIES
$1.27
PER SERVING
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Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake
Bingeworthy Bites

Peanut Butter and Hot Fudge Ice Cream Cake

Peanut Butter Hot Fudge Oreo Ice Cream Cake is a sweet and salty, crunchy, cold, and creamy dessert that's easy to make and sure to impress.
5
30
18
7 hr 25 min
TOTAL TIME
831
CALORIES
$1.70
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter and Hot Fudge Ice Cream Cake
dANI'S cOOKINGS

Easy Black Forest No Churn Ice Cream Cake

Make a showstopping dessert with this easy Black Forest No Churn Ice Cream Cake recipe! Start with a rich chocolate cake layer, then add a creamy cherry ice cream layer and finish with a decadent chocolate ganache topping. This delicious no-bake cake is perfect for any occasion, and will have your f...
1
15
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
855
CALORIES
$1.89
PER SERVING
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Easy Black Forest No Churn Ice Cream Cake
Also The Crumbs Please

Peanut Butter S'mores Ice Cream Cake

It doesn't matter whether you love chocolate, S'mores, ice cream, or peanut butter, with this Peanut Butter S'mores Ice Cream Cake recipe you will be satisfied either way. Super simple to make with just 9 ingredients and 10 minutes preparation time. It comes with the easiest homemade chocolate fudge...
1
1,919
10 min
TOTAL TIME
696
CALORIES
$1.64
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter S'mores Ice Cream Cake
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