Description
This Chocolate Ice Cream Cake features a rich fudgy brownie base, creamy chocolate ice cream, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. It’s the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers and makes a stunning addition to any gathering or special occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Base:
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
Ice Cream Layer:
- 1.5 quart chocolate ice cream
Ganache:
- 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1–2 cups powdered sugar
- 1–3 tbsp whipping cream or milk
Optional Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1–2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1–3 tbsp whipping cream
Instructions
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Prepare the Brownie Base:
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and wrap a 9-inch springform pan. Mix the vegetable oil and sugar together, then add the eggs, egg yolk, vanilla, flour, and cocoa powder. Bake for 25-30 minutes and allow it to cool completely. -
Ice Cream Layer:
Soften the chocolate ice cream for 20–30 minutes at room temperature. Once softened, spread the ice cream evenly over the cooled brownie base. Freeze for at least 12 hours to set. -
Make Ganache:
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until boiling. Pour over the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and whisk until smooth. Stir in the butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and whipping cream (if needed) to achieve a smooth consistency. Pour this ganache over the ice cream layer and freeze until firm. -
Optional Frosting:
For the frosting, beat the butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and whipping cream together until smooth. Pipe the frosting around the edges of the cake if desired. -
Serve:
Let the cake sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before removing it from the springform pan. Slice and serve.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add crushed Oreos or whipped cream on top of the ganache.
- For additional richness, drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.
- Fresh berries work well on top to balance the sweetness of the cake.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
