Best 5 7 Layer Ice Cream Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a frozen symphony of flavors with our delectable 7-layer ice cream cake recipe. This iconic dessert combines layers of creamy ice cream, crunchy cookies, and fluffy whipped cream, resulting in a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple steps, you can create this impressive cake that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday celebration, a summer gathering, or a sweet treat to share with loved ones. Our recipe includes detailed instructions for each layer, from the graham cracker crust to the whipped cream topping, ensuring that every bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delightful 7-layer ice cream cake.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ICE CREAM LAYER CAKE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound cake
1 cup vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
4 large peanut butter cup candies, roughly chopped
1 cup chocolate ice cream, slightly softened
1/2 cup chocolate candies, such as M and Ms, roughly chopped
1 cup chocolate chip ice cream, slightly softened
Chocolate shell ice cream sauce (the type that hardens), such as Smucker's Magic Shell, for covering the top

Steps:

  • Slice the pound cake horizontally into 3 pieces. Place the first slice in a loaf tin lined with plastic wrap. Cover the cake with the vanilla ice cream, followed by three-quarters of the chopped peanut butter cups. Add a second layer of cake and cover with the chocolate ice cream, followed by three-quarters of the chocolate candies. Place the last layer of cake on top, followed by the chocolate chip ice cream. Cover with the chocolate shell sauce, then the remaining peanut butter cups and chocolate candies. Let the sauce set for a few seconds, then fold over the plastic wrap and place in the freezer until frozen, about 4 hours.
  • When ready to serve, pull back the plastic wrap, gently lift the cake out and peel off the wrapping completely. Slice to serve.

7- LAYER ICE CREAM CAKE



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Seems as though folks are all talking about the HOT summer coming up this year. Thought this would be the perfect dessert to prepare for family/friends/guests. The best part of it is you don't have to heat up the kitchen, not to mention of course how tasty it is.

Provided by CC MCCART-FROST

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 frozen pound cake (10 3/4 ounces) in aluminum loaf pan, unthawed, or 1 homemade 4 1/2-by-8 1/2-inch pound cake, room temperature
2 c raspberry sorbet, softened
1 c vanilla ice cream, softened
1/2 c coarsely chopped chocolate wafer cookies
2 large egg whites
cream of tartar
1/2 c sugar
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Remove cake from pan and cut horizontally into 4 slices. Line pan with plastic wrap, leaving 6-inch overhang on two sides. Build cake layers in pan in this order: bottom cake slice, 1 cup sorbet, cake slice, 1/2 cup ice cream, cookie crumbs, 1/2 cup ice cream, cake slice, 1 cup sorbet, top cake slice. (If necessary, return ice cream to freezer as you work.) Wrap in plastic and freeze at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days).
  • 2. In a heatproof bowl, lightly whisk together egg whites and pinch of cream of tartar. Set bowl over (not in) a pan of simmering water and whisk until whites are foamy. Slowly whisk in sugar and cook, whisking, until sugar is dissolved (to test, rub some between your fingertips).
  • 3. Remove bowl from heat and, with an electric mixer, beat on medium-high until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 6 minutes. Add vanilla and beat 1 minute. Remove cake from pan, trim sides if desired, and dollop meringue on top.

EASY INCREDIBLE ICE CREAM CAKE



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Perfect for summer parties or birthdays any month of the year, this simple ice cream cake is better and less expensive than any store-bought version! Layers of moist cake, crunchy cookies, rich ice cream, and a smooth, buttery-like icing deliver sweet perfection in every bite.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 5h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

nonstick cooking spray
1 (15.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
1 cup water
½ cup oil
3 large eggs
½ gallon vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
2 cups chopped chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreo®)
1 (7.25 ounce) bottle chocolate shell topping (such as Magic Shell®)
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups powdered sugar
decorating icing (optional)
candy sprinkles (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat the bottom and sides of two 8-inch round cake pans.
  • Blend cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a large bowl until moistened. Beat with a mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 32 to 38 minutes.
  • While the cake layers are baking, line a clean 8-inch round cake pan with plastic wrap, allowing the sides to hang over about 6 inches all the way around. Peel down the sides of the ice cream carton and slice off several big pieces; press them into the prepared cake pan. Wrap plastic over the top of the ice cream and continue to form until it's in an even layer. Freeze for 1 hour.
  • Remove cakes from the oven and cool for 10 to 15 minutes in the pans. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Place one cake layer on a freezer-safe plate. Reserve remaining layer for another use (you can freeze it for up to 4 months.)
  • Combine chopped cookies and chocolate topping in a medium bowl. Spread cookie "crunchies" evenly on top of the cake layer. Invert frozen ice cream layer on top of cookie layer with the bottom (smooth side) up. Return to the freezer for 1 hour.
  • Add cream to bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment and whisk on medium speed. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread icing evenly over cake and freeze for 1 more hour.
  • Decorate cake with icing and sprinkles and return to the freezer for at least 30 minutes (or up to 1 week) before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 818.1 calories, Carbohydrate 85.7 g, Cholesterol 146.7 mg, Fat 50.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.4 g, Sodium 443.4 mg, Sugar 67.9 g

SEVEN-LAYER CAKE



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Even if you can't bake, you can still impress guests with this make-ahead dessert from Diane Thompson, Nutrioso, Arizona. "Assemble it when you have time to let the layers freeze," she suggests. "Then store it in the freezer until you're ready to show off the colorful results."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 32 squares)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened
1 pint chocolate ice cream, softened
1 pint strawberry ice cream, softened

Steps:

  • Line the bottom and sides of a 9x5-in. loaf pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter; press one fourth of the mixture into the pan. Freeze for 15 minutes. , Spread vanilla ice cream over crumbs. Sprinkle with another fourth of crumbs; press down gently. Freeze for 45-60 minutes or until firm. , Spread with chocolate ice cream. Sprinkle with another fourth of the crumbs; press down gently. Freeze until firm. Spread with the strawberry ice cream, then top with the remaining crumbs (pan will be very full). Cover and freeze for several hours or overnight. May be frozen for up to 2 months. , Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before serving. Using the foil, lift cake from pan; discard foil. Cut cake with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

7 LAYER BROWNIE ICE CREAM CAKE



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Make and share this 7 Layer Brownie Ice Cream Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JustaQT

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons water
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup sugar
1 1/3 cups flour
6 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
whipped cream
raspberries
Heath candy bar, crushed

Steps:

  • Trace an 8-inch circle on a piece of waxed paper, using a cake pan as a guide.
  • Place on a stack of 6 more pieces waxed paper.
  • Using the traced circle as a guide, cut through all pieces of paper, giving you 7 waxed paper rounds.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Have 2 cookie sheets and an 8-inch spring form pan ready.
  • Brownie Layers: Whisk cocoa, water, egg and vanilla in a small bowl until blended and smooth.
  • In a large bowl with electric mixer, beat butter and sugar about 3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  • Beat in cocoa mixture (batter may look curdled) with mixer on low speed; gradually add flour until well blended (batter will be very stiff).
  • Spread the 7 rounds of waxed paper out on countertop.
  • Drop a level 1/3-cup batter in center of each round.
  • Divide remaining 1/3-cup batter between rounds (about 2 t each).
  • Moisten a cookie sheet with water.
  • Place 2 waxed paper rounds on sheet (the water will stop them from slipping).
  • Spread batter almost to edges of rounds.
  • Bake 8 minutes or until surface looks dry and set but is slightly springy to the touch.
  • (While first batch bakes, spread out batter for next 2 layers.) Cool baked layers on cookie sheet on wire rack 3 minutes.
  • Put layers on waxed paper on a wire rack.
  • Let cool completely.
  • Bake and cool remaining layers.
  • Meanwhile, line spring form pan with plastic wrap, letting enough wrap extend about sides of pan to cover top when filled.
  • Peel waxed paper off cooled brownie layers.
  • Place 1 layer in bottom of pan.
  • Spread evenly with 1-cup ice cream.
  • Top with another brownie layer, then another cup ice cream.
  • Repeat with 5 more brownie layer and the ice cream, ending with a brownie layer on top.
  • Fold plastic wrap over top and freeze at least 8 hours or wrap airtight and freeze up to 1 month.
  • To serve: Remove sides of pan and peel plastic wrap down from sides.
  • Lift cake off plastic wrap onto serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.7, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 118.7, Carbohydrate 45.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 32.1, Protein 4.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final product. Use real cream, butter, and eggs, and choose fresh, ripe fruit.
  • Make sure your ice cream is well-frozen before you start assembling the cake. This will help it hold its shape and prevent it from melting too quickly.
  • Work quickly when assembling the cake. Ice cream melts quickly, so you don't want to take too long. Have all of your ingredients and tools ready before you start.
  • If you're having trouble getting the cake to hold its shape, freeze it for a few hours before serving. This will help it firm up and make it easier to slice.
  • Garnish the cake with your favorite toppings before serving. Some popular options include whipped cream, chocolate chips, sprinkles, and fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Seven-layer ice cream cake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this cake at home. So next time you're looking for a show-stopping dessert, give this recipe a try.

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