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3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

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3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

I really like to bake. Maybe you already know this about me. Something you may not know is how much I dislike this Southern heat. It was 112 degrees here yesterday. 112!! So no baking for me! This challenged me to come up with a new cake idea that didn’t make the house any hotter than it already was. Now I think I just might like this cake in favor of baking every time! It’s a 3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake filled with vanilla ice cream and fudge layers, topped with whipped cream, mini cones, chocolate sauce and wrapped in ice cream sandwiches. Here’s how to make it…

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeBlue Bunny has these amazing ice creams and novelties like mini swirl cones and ice cream sandwiches. So as I walked down the ice cream section at Walmart I was thinking to myself, how many of these delicious things can I incorporate into this cake? All of them? Maybe.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

Supplies Needed:

  • Springform Pan
  • Waxed paper
  • 2 quarts Blue Bunny vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 2 boxes of Blue Bunny ice cream sandwhiches
  • Hot Fudge Sauce ice cream topping
  • 8 oz container Whipped Topping, thawed
  • Chocolate Sauce (for drizzingling)
  • 1 box Blue Bunny Mini Swirls cones
  • Sprinkles (optional)

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeYou’ll probably be amazed at just how easy this is. In fact, when I made it for Father’s Day my husband just assumed I’d bought it. He said, I knew it wasn’t your style [to buy a cake] but it just looked so good! I NEVER buy our cakes. Like, ever. I guess it just looked that good to him. That’s good for us though right? It’s easy but it doesn’t look it!

Step 1 Line a Springform Pan or cheesecake pan (the ones with the side release) with wax paper overlapping the sides by an inch or two. I used the large 10″ pan but the size you use is up to you.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeI played around with the amount of ice cream sandwiches I’d need before I got started. That way I don’t have melting ice cream while I’m trying to figure things out. I used 14 ice cream sandwiches.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeThen I quickly unwrapped each one.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeThese are not dinky little sandwiches. They are thick and delicious all on their own. I chose to use Neapolitan but you could use the original vanilla, too.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeStep 2 Quickly line the outside of your pan with ice cream sandwiches.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeYou’ll squeeze them in but not too much. It’s okay if they get a little soft or wonky while you’re trying to stand them up. We’ll take care of that later.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakePop it in the freezer to chill for 10-15 mins. Set out your vanilla ice cream to soften while you wait.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeGive it a good stir to determine if it’s softened up enough. You don’t want it melted, just softened.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeStep 3 Once your ice cream has reach a just spreadable consistency it’s ready to drop in. I used about 3/4 of a quart for each layer.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakePress the ice cream as far over to the ice cream sandwiches as it will go. This will help keep your sandwiches pressed firmly against the sides and help them to stand up. Smooth it down and pop back into the freezer for 10-15 mins to harden.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeStep 4 Now it’s time for the hot fudge sauce! You’ll use it straight out of the jar, no need to heat. Spread contents of the jar along the top layer and pop back into the freezer again for 10-15 mins.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeWho loves hot fudge? WE do!

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeStep 5 Add another layer (again, approx 3/4 of a quart) onto your fudge layer.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeSmooth it down and put back into the freezer. I left mine overnight but you could totally use the same day. I would suggest doing this part earlier in the day and taking it out after several hours and topping just before serving.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeOnce your cake has had enough time refreeze any softened layers it is time to remove it from the pan and add your toppings.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeThis is where your springform pan comes in handy. Simply unlatch the side and remove it.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

Pull the wax paper down from the sides. Lift it up using the sides of the wax paper as handles and place onto your serving plate.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeUse a spatula or your hand to lift the cake from underneath to remove the wax paper. Looks pretty good already, huh?

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

Add  your container of whipped topping and spread along the top of your cake.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeTime to decorate!

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeWhy not make the decorations MORE ICE CREAM?! These Mini Swirls cones are birthday cake flavor but you could choose any flavor you like. How about caramel!

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeDrizzle with some chocolate sauce…

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeAdd some sprinkles for even more fun!

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeAnd it’s ready to serve!

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeWe did good, right?!

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeSo if you’re having a summer shindig or even if it’s a particularly warm winter day there in Australia, you should totally try making this different kind of cake. It is so easy and so delicious.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream CakeIt’s easy to serve and refreeze. Just take it out of the freezer a few minutes before you’re ready to serve and it slices like a dream! Thanks to all of that REAL ice cream.

What’s your favorite Blue Bunny flavor? Can’t decide? Blue Bunny will be teaming  up with Chips Ahoy for a delicious 4th of July demo at Walmart. Is your store on the list? Want to make a simple sundae or an elaborate dessert? Click here for more amazing dessert ideas with Blue Bunny ice cream.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

A special thank you to Blue Bunny for sponsoring this post and to all of my sponsors for allowing me to share with you delicious ideas and fab DIYs all free of charge to you. And, as always, it is my pleasure to bring to you the products and services that work best for me and my family. Opinions and ideas are 100% my own. Thank you.

3-Layer DIY Ice Cream Cake

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  1. Carolyn West says

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    This totally needs to be made in my house TODAY! I’m drooling. #client

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    • jamie says

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      Thanks Carolyn!

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  2. Choya says

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    OMG that looks so good and really creative.

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    • jamie says

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      Thank you! I won’t lie, it was delicious! 😉

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  3. Susan says

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    Looks delicious! I’ve never made an ice cream cake before, but I can’t wait to try this one! Yum! Have you ever made an ice cream pie? So yummy! Thank you for the wonderful share.

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    • jamie says

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      Hi Susan! Thanks so much! I haven’t made an ice cream pie in a long time and now you have me hungry for one. 😉

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