Ice Cream Sandwich Delight Cake
This Ice Cream Sandwich Delight Cake is a delightful fusion of cake and ice cream, perfect for any summer gathering or birthday celebration. With layers of creamy pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and the rich flavors of chocolate sandwich cookies, this dessert is both effortless to make and an irresistible treat for the whole family. Customize it by experimenting with different ice cream sandwich flavors or substituting the chocolate cookies with your preferred sweet treats.
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
ice cream sandwiches
12 (layered as the base)
sugar-free chocolate pudding mix
1.5 ounces (powdered)
whole milk
1 cup (liquid)
frozen whipped topping
8 ounces (thawed)
chocolate sandwich style cookies
15 ounces (crushed)
frozen whipped topping
8 ounces (thawed)
Instructions
1
Grease a 9x13 inch pan lightly with coconut oil or your preferred non-stick solution.
2
Arrange ice cream sandwiches in a single layer, ensuring to break them as needed to fully cover the bottom of the pan.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the pudding mix and milk using a hand-held electric mixer until smooth. Gently fold in 8 ounces of thawed frozen whipped topping until well combined.
4
Spread this pudding mixture evenly over the ice cream sandwiches, ensuring full coverage.
5
Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a gallon-sized freezer bag. Crush them using a rolling pin or pulse in a food processor, leaving some larger chunks. Sprinkle most of the cookie crumbs over the pudding layer, reserving about 1 or 2 cups for the final topping.
6
Spread the remaining whipped topping over the cookie layer, ensuring an even application.
7
Sprinkle the reserved cookie crumbs over the top of the whipped topping.
8
Freeze the cake for a minimum of 4 hours, or overnight, until firm. Allow it to thaw at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Ice Cream Sandwich Delight Cake?
It is a delightful fusion of cake and ice cream featuring layers of pudding, whipped topping, and chocolate sandwich cookies.
Is this a no-bake recipe?
Yes, this is a no-bake frozen dessert that is effortless to prepare.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields approximately 12 servings.
What size pan is required for this cake?
You should use a 9x13 inch pan.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the pan lightly with coconut oil or your preferred non-stick solution.
What forms the base of the cake?
The base is made of a single layer of ice cream sandwiches.
What should I do if the ice cream sandwiches do not fit perfectly?
You can break the ice cream sandwiches as needed to fully cover the bottom of the pan.
How do I prepare the pudding layer?
Combine the pudding mix and milk using an electric mixer, then gently fold in 8 ounces of thawed whipped topping.
What type of pudding mix is used?
The recipe calls for 1.5 ounces of sugar-free chocolate pudding mix.
What kind of milk should be used for the pudding?
The recipe specifies using 1 cup of whole milk.
How much whipped topping is mixed into the pudding?
You should fold 8 ounces of thawed frozen whipped topping into the pudding mixture.
How should I crush the chocolate sandwich cookies?
Place them in a gallon-sized freezer bag and use a rolling pin, or pulse them in a food processor.
What should the consistency of the crushed cookies be?
The cookies should be crushed but still have some larger chunks remaining.
How many cookies are needed?
The recipe requires 15 ounces of chocolate sandwich style cookies.
Where do the cookie crumbs go?
Most are sprinkled over the pudding layer, with some reserved for the very top.
How much whipped topping goes on the final layer?
An additional 8 ounces of thawed frozen whipped topping is spread over the cookie layer.
What is the total amount of whipped topping needed?
You will need a total of 16 ounces, divided into two 8-ounce portions.
How long does the cake need to freeze?
It needs to freeze for a minimum of 4 hours, or overnight, until firm.
How should I serve the cake after freezing?
Allow it to thaw at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
Can I use different flavors of ice cream sandwiches?
Yes, you can customize the cake by experimenting with different ice cream sandwich flavors.
What can I substitute for chocolate sandwich cookies?
You can substitute the chocolate cookies with your preferred sweet treats or cookie crumbs.
Is this cake suitable for birthdays?
Yes, it is perfect for birthday celebrations and summer gatherings.
What tools do I need for the pudding mixture?
A mixing bowl and a hand-held electric mixer are recommended for the best results.
What is the category of this dessert?
This recipe is categorized under Frozen Desserts.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients used in this cake.
Does the whipped topping need to be frozen or thawed?
The frozen whipped topping should be thawed before using it in the recipe.
Is coconut oil the only option for greasing the pan?
No, you can use any preferred non-stick solution.
Can I make this dessert ahead of time?
Yes, since it needs at least 4 hours to freeze, it is an ideal make-ahead dessert.
How much cookie crumbs should be reserved for the topping?
Reserve about 1 or 2 cups of the cookie crumbs for the final top layer.
Is this dessert easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an effortless and irresistible treat for the whole family.