Description
This Delicious Brownie Ice Cream Cake combines rich, fudgy brownies with creamy ice cream layers for the ultimate decadent dessert. Perfect for warm days or special occasions, this no-fuss recipe yields a crowd-pleasing frozen treat topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and optional sprinkles or nuts.
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Ice Cream Layer
- 1 quart of your favorite ice cream (such as chocolate, vanilla, or any mix you prefer)
Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup
- Sprinkles or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to ensure the brownies do not stick.
- Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and allow the butter to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir in the granulated sugar until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition to incorporate fully. Mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder ensuring an even distribution.
- Make Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth and fully combined with no lumps.
- Bake Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes.
- Soften Ice Cream: While the brownies cool, take the ice cream out of the freezer and let it soften slightly at room temperature to allow for easier spreading later.
- Assemble Cake Layers: Once cooled, remove the brownie from the pan and cut into even layers. Place one brownie layer back into the baking dish, spread a layer of softened ice cream evenly over it, then cover with the second brownie layer.
- Freeze: Cover the assembled cake tightly with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until fully set and firm.
- Add Toppings: Remove the cake from the freezer and top with whipped cream, drizzle chocolate syrup over the top, and sprinkle with any optional toppings like sprinkles or chopped nuts.
- Serve: Cut the cake into squares and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of fudgy brownie, creamy ice cream, and sweet toppings.
Notes
- Make sure to allow the brownies to cool completely before layering with ice cream to prevent melting.
- You can customize the ice cream flavor to suit your preferences or dietary needs.
- For easier slicing, let the cake sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before cutting.
- Use parchment paper to line the baking dish for easier removal of the brownies if preferred.
- Optional toppings can be adjusted or omitted based on availability and taste.
