Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake
This Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake combines a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, a creamy ice cream filling, and a sweet cookie dough center, topped off with chocolate chips and whipped cream. It’s the perfect indulgent treat for any occasion, combining all your favorite dessert elements into one delicious showstopper!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (or overnight)
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cookie Crust:
2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
6 tbsp melted butter
For the Ice Cream Filling:
1.5 quarts vanilla or cookie dough ice cream (softened)
1 cup mini chocolate chips
1 cup edible cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
For Topping & Decorating:
Extra cookie dough balls (optional)
Chocolate chips (mini and regular)
Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Cookie Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
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Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or cake pan. Pack the crumbs tightly and evenly. Place the pan in the freezer to set while you prepare the ice cream filling.
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Prepare the Ice Cream Filling: In a large bowl, gently mix the softened ice cream with mini chocolate chips. Fold in the edible cookie dough until evenly distributed.
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Assemble the Cake: Remove the cookie crust from the freezer. Spoon the ice cream mixture onto the crust and spread evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Freeze: Cover the cake with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
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Decorate: Before serving, decorate with extra cookie dough balls, chocolate chips, and whipped cream if desired.
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Serve: Slice and serve chilled for the ultimate indulgence!
Notes
Storage: Store leftover cake in the freezer, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. It will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Freezing Tips: For best results, freeze the cake overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the ice cream to fully set.
Variations:
Swap the vanilla or cookie dough ice cream for flavors like chocolate, cookies and cream, or mint chocolate chip.
Use gluten-free chocolate cookies for a gluten-free crust.
Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the ice cream or cookie dough for added crunch.
For a vegan version, use non-dairy ice cream and dairy-free cookie dough.
