A decadent and dreamy dessert made with rich chocolate cake, velvety ice cream, and fresh strawberries—perfect for birthdays, summer parties, or any sweet celebration.
This ice cream cake is the ultimate indulgence. It features moist chocolate cake layered with creamy vanilla and chocolate ice cream, melted chocolate, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and hot fudge. Every bite is a balance of cold, creamy, rich, and fruity—basically dessert heaven.
🍰 Ingredients
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1 box chocolate cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as required)
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2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
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1½ cups chocolate chips, melted
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1½ cups vanilla ice cream, softened
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1½ cups chocolate ice cream, softened
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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1 cup hot fudge sauce
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1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
👩🍳 Directions
1. Bake the Cake
Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions.
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Prepare the batter as directed and divide evenly between pans.
Bake as instructed, then cool completely in the pans before removing.
2. Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Let cool slightly.
3. Mix the Ice Cream Layers
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In one bowl, combine softened vanilla ice cream with powdered sugar.
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In another bowl, mix the chocolate ice cream until smooth and spreadable.
4. Assemble the Cake
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Place one cake layer on a serving platter.
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Spread the vanilla ice cream evenly on top.
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Add half the sliced strawberries and drizzle with half the melted chocolate.
5. Add Second Layer
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Carefully place the second cake layer on top.
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Spread the chocolate ice cream over it.
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Top with remaining strawberries and the rest of the melted chocolate.
6. Top & Finish
Spread whipped cream over the top layer.
Drizzle with hot fudge sauce for an extra-rich finish.
7. Freeze & Serve
Place the assembled cake in the freezer for at least 2 hours to firm up.
When ready to serve, slice with a warm knife and enjoy!
🍴 Nutritional Info & Details
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
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Freezing Time: 2 hours
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Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
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Servings: 12
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Calories: ~400 kcal per slice
💡 Tips for Success
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Soften ice cream just enough to spread, but not melted.
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For clean slices, dip your knife in warm water between cuts.
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Add a sprinkle of crushed cookies, nuts, or sprinkles between layers for extra texture.
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Can be made a day in advance—perfect for parties!
🎉 Perfect for:
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Birthdays & holidays
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Summer gatherings
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Ice cream lovers
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Make-ahead entertaining
