Easy Strawberry Ice Cream Cake
Experience the delightful fusion of soft angel food cake, creamy vanilla ice cream, and fresh strawberries with this Easy Strawberry Ice Cream Cake. Perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year, this dessert is a showstopper that will impress your family and friends. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, it’s not just a cake; it’s a celebration on a plate!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
- 1 medium angel food cake (about 10 oz), cut into three layers
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and slicing the strawberries.
- Cut the angel food cake horizontally into three equal layers and place one layer on a serving platter.
- Spread an even layer of softened vanilla ice cream over the first layer of cake using a spatula.
- Arrange half of the sliced strawberries over the ice cream layer.
- Repeat with another layer of cake, followed by ice cream and remaining strawberries. Top with the last layer of cake.
- Whip together heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then spread over the top layer.
- Freeze for at least four hours or until firm before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a different twist, substitute fresh strawberries with blueberries or raspberries. Add chocolate chips or crushed cookies for extra texture. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing and layering.