Description
Indulgent strawberry ice cream delight brings summer’s sweetest memories right to your dessert plate. Creamy, rich, and packed with fresh strawberry essence, this chilled treat promises pure bliss for you to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base:
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Ice Cream Layers:
- 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters) strawberry ice cream (softened)
- 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters) vanilla ice cream (softened)
Toppings and Garnish:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- Whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft the foundational cake layer by heating the oven to 350F (175C). Thoroughly blend cake mix ingredients until just incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
- Transfer batter into a greased 9-inch round pan, ensuring even distribution. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a testing implement emerges clean.
- Allow cake to cool completely on a wire rack, releasing residual heat and preventing moisture condensation.
- Prepare graham cracker foundation by combining crumbs, melted butter, and sugar into a cohesive mixture. Firmly compress the blend into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating a compact base.
- Position the fully cooled cake atop the graham cracker crust within the springform container.
- Carefully spread softened strawberry ice cream across the cake surface, creating an even layer. Strategically arrange fresh strawberry slices over the ice cream layer.
- Gently apply softened vanilla ice cream, smoothing the surface with deliberate, even strokes.
- Seal the springform pan with plastic wrap, then transfer to the freezer. Allow 4-6 hours or preferably overnight for complete solidification.
- Remove from freezer and carefully extract from springform pan. Embellish with billowy whipped cream and scatter fresh strawberry garnishes.
- Slice and serve the chilled dessert immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Soften ice cream at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before spreading to ensure smooth, easy application without tearing the cake layer.
- Use room temperature ingredients for the cake mix to create a more uniform and tender texture, preventing potential lumps or uneven mixing.
- Choose full-fat strawberry and vanilla ice cream for richer flavor and creamier consistency, which enhances the overall dessert experience.
- Wrap the springform pan in plastic wrap before freezing to prevent freezer burn and protect the dessert from absorbing other odors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg