Decadent Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Delight
Indulge in the heavenly layers of our Decadent Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Delight. This delightful dessert combines soft, fluffy cake layers with creamy strawberry ice cream, fresh strawberries, and a crunchy topping of vanilla wafers and freeze-dried strawberries. Perfect for summer gatherings or special celebrations, this ice cream cake is not only visually stunning but also a refreshing treat that is sure to impress your friends and family. Whip it up and serve chilled for a wonderful twist on a classic dessert!
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Servings
369
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
white cake mix
1 box (15 1/4 ounce) (Follow directions on the box)
egg
as needed (according to cake mix directions)
vegetable oil
as needed (according to cake mix directions)
water
as needed (according to cake mix directions)
strawberry ice cream
1 1/2 pints (softened)
fresh strawberries
1/2 cup (hulled and diced)
freeze-dried strawberries
1 1/2 ounces (to be pulsed or crushed)
vanilla wafers
2 1/2 ounces (to be pulsed or crushed)
store-bought vanilla frosting
2/3 cup (for spreading and decorating)
fresh strawberries
3-4 (for topping, halved)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven as directed on the white cake mix box. Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them thoroughly and lining the bottoms with baking paper for easy removal.
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2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix with the appropriate amount of eggs, vegetable oil, and water, as specified on the cake mix packaging. Mix according to the instructions until well blended and smooth.
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3. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven according to the recommended time on the cake mix box until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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4. Once baked, carefully remove the cakes from the oven. Let them cool in the pans for a few minutes, then transfer them onto wire racks to cool completely, removing the baking paper.
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5. While the cakes cool, allow the strawberry ice cream to soften at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to mix the softened ice cream until it reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency. Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries.
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6. To assemble the cake, line a 9-inch springform pan with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap extends over the edges for easy removal later. Place the first cooled cake layer at the bottom of the pan, fixed securely.
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7. Spread a generous layer of the strawberry ice cream mixture evenly over the top of the first cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top of the ice cream layer, pressing down gently.
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8. Cover the top of the cake with the overlapping plastic wrap and place the assembled cake in the freezer. Freeze for 3-4 hours or until the ice cream layer is firm and set.
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9. For decoration, finely pulse the freeze-dried strawberries and vanilla wafers in a food processor until you achieve a breadcrumb-like consistency. This will serve as your topping.
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10. Once the cake is fully frozen, carefully remove it from the springform pan and peel away the plastic wrap. Place the cake on a serving platter.
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11. Using a metal offset spatula, evenly spread a thin layer of store-bought vanilla frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
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12. With the strawberry-vanilla wafer crumbs, gently press them onto the frosting to cover the entire cake for a delightful crunch.
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13. Using a piping bag fitted with a wide star tip, pipe 6-8 decorative peaks of vanilla frosting on top of the cake, finishing each peak with a halved fresh strawberry.
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14. Slice, serve, and enjoy this refreshing dessert immediately, making sure to savor each layer!
Nutrition Information
19g
Fat
46g
Carbs
3.5g
Protein
23g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this dessert recipe?
The recipe is for Decadent Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Delight.
What type of cake mix is used?
The recipe calls for one 15 1/4 ounce box of white cake mix.
How many cake pans are needed for baking?
You will need two 9-inch round cake pans.
How should the cake pans be prepared?
Grease the pans thoroughly and line the bottoms with baking paper for easy removal.
What additional ingredients are needed for the cake batter?
You need to add eggs, vegetable oil, and water as specified on the cake mix box.
How do you determine if the cakes are fully baked?
Bake until the cakes are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
What is the cooling process for the cake layers?
Let them cool in the pans for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks and remove the baking paper to cool completely.
How long should the strawberry ice cream soften?
Allow the ice cream to soften at room temperature for about 5 to 10 minutes.
What is added to the strawberry ice cream before assembly?
Fold in 1/2 cup of hulled and diced fresh strawberries into the softened ice cream.
What type of pan is used for assembly?
A 9-inch springform pan is used for assembling the layers.
How do you prepare the springform pan?
Line it with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap extends over the edges for easy removal.
What is the first layer of the cake assembly?
Place the first cooled cake layer at the bottom of the springform pan.
How is the ice cream mixture applied?
Spread a generous layer of the strawberry ice cream mixture evenly over the first cake layer.
How do you finish the layering?
Place the second cake layer on top of the ice cream and press down gently before covering with plastic wrap.
How long does the cake need to stay in the freezer?
The assembled cake must freeze for 3 to 4 hours or until the ice cream layer is firm.
What ingredients are in the crunchy topping?
The topping is made from 1 1/2 ounces of freeze-dried strawberries and 2 1/2 ounces of vanilla wafers.
How do you prepare the crumb topping?
Pulse the strawberries and wafers in a food processor until they reach a breadcrumb-like consistency.
When should you remove the cake from the springform pan?
Once the cake is fully frozen, remove it from the pan and peel away the plastic wrap.
What kind of frosting is used for the base?
A thin layer of store-bought vanilla frosting is spread over the top and sides of the cake.
How do you apply the crumbs to the cake?
Gently press the strawberry-vanilla wafer crumbs onto the frosting to cover the entire cake.
How is the top of the cake decorated?
Pipe 6 to 8 decorative peaks of vanilla frosting on top using a wide star tip.
What garnish is placed on the frosting peaks?
Finish each frosting peak with a halved fresh strawberry.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 369 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 19g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dessert?
There are 46g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the cake?
The cake provides 3.5g of protein per serving.
How much sugar is in a single serving?
There is 23g of sugar per serving.
Is this dessert suitable for summer?
Yes, it is a refreshing frozen treat perfect for summer gatherings.
What tools are needed for the decorative frosting?
You need a piping bag fitted with a wide star tip and a metal offset spatula.
How should the cake be served?
The cake should be sliced and served immediately while chilled.