Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate cake with creamy ice cream and delicious cookie dough. This cake is perfect for any special occasion or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with family and friends. With layers of chocolate cake and cookie dough ice cream, it offers both texture and flavor in every bite.

Why Make This Recipe

If you love chocolate, cookie dough, and ice cream, this cake is a must-try! It’s a fun dessert that is sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s perfect for celebrations like birthdays, picnics, or just a cozy night in. Making this cake is also a great way to bond with kids in the kitchen as they enjoy mixing and creating their own cookie dough!

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients

1 cup flour
1 cup sugar
1/4 + 1/8 cup Hershey’s Special Dark Cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 large egg
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup boiling water
6 tbsp butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup flour (heat treated)
1-2 tsp milk
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/8 cup milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream)
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
4-8 oz Cool Whip for icing
Additional mini chocolate chips for decorating
Chocolate sauce, if desired

Directions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Blend in the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined. Pour the batter into two 8-inch cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow them to cool completely.
For the cookie dough, cream together the butter and brown sugar. Mix in the vanilla, then add the heat-treated flour and a bit of milk until smooth. Stir in mini chocolate chips, form into small balls, and chill.
For the ice cream, blend the cream cheese, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the Cool Whip and mini chocolate chips, then mix in the chilled cookie dough balls.
Assemble the cake in a springform pan, layering the chocolate cake and ice cream mixture. Freeze for 2-3 hours.
Frost with Cool Whip and decorate with mini chocolate chips and chocolate sauce.
Let the cake sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing and enjoy.

How to Serve Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

This delicious cake is best served chilled. Slice it into wedges and serve as a lovely dessert after dinner or at a gathering. You can add extra chocolate sauce on top for an added treat!

How to Store Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Store any leftovers in the freezer to keep the cake fresh. Make sure to cover it well with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. It should stay delicious for up to a week.

Tips to Make Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Use heat-treated flour for the cookie dough to ensure it’s safe to eat.
Make sure the cake layers are completely cooled before adding the ice cream mixture.
You can prepare the cake a day ahead and freeze it overnight for a more solid texture.

Variation (if any)

You can customize this cake by adding different mix-ins like nuts or using different flavors of Cool Whip. Experiment with different kinds of chocolate chips, such as white chocolate or flavored options, for a twist.

FAQs

1. Can I make this cake gluten-free?

Yes! You can use a gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour for both the cake and the cookie dough.

2. How long does it take to make this cake?

The total time to make and freeze this cake can range from about 4-6 hours, including baking, cooling, and freezing time.

3. Can I use homemade ice cream instead of Cool Whip?

Absolutely! Feel free to use homemade ice cream if you prefer. Just make sure it’s softened before adding it to the cake layers.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Author: olivia
Total Time: 180 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate cake, creamy ice cream, and delicious cookie dough, perfect for any special occasion.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Blend in the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined.
Pour the batter into two 8-inch cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow them to cool completely.
For the cookie dough, cream together the butter and brown sugar. Mix in the vanilla, then add the heat-treated flour and a bit of milk until smooth. Stir in mini chocolate chips, form into small balls, and chill.
For the ice cream, blend the cream cheese, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the Cool Whip and mini chocolate chips, then mix in the chilled cookie dough balls.
Assemble the cake in a springform pan, layering the chocolate cake and ice cream mixture. Freeze for 2-3 hours.
Frost with Cool Whip and decorate with mini chocolate chips and chocolate sauce.
Let the cake sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing and enjoy.

Notes

Store any leftovers in the freezer. Cover well to prevent freezer burn.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: chocolate cake, ice cream cake, cookie dough, dessert, birthday cake

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