Description
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake is a deliciously refreshing dessert that combines the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake with creamy ice cream. Layered with soft cake, sweet strawberries, and rich vanilla ice cream, it’s a perfect summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box vanilla or angel food cake mix (or homemade sponge cake)
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam (optional, for extra strawberry flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the cake according to the package instructions (or bake a homemade sponge cake) and allow it to cool completely. Once cooled, slice it into two even layers.
- Line a 9-inch round cake pan with plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Place one layer of cake at the bottom of the pan. If using, spread a thin layer of strawberry jam over the cake.
- Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the first layer of cake, smoothing it out with a spatula. Freeze for 1–2 hours to firm up the ice cream layer.
- While the ice cream firms, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- After the ice cream layer is set, remove the pan from the freezer and add a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the ice cream.
- Place the second layer of cake on top and press down gently.
- Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake, smoothing it out evenly.
- Freeze the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until it is firm and fully set.
- Before serving, let the cake sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly, then slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the vanilla ice cream with strawberry or chocolate ice cream for a different flavor combination.
- If you prefer, you can decorate the cake with extra whipped cream and fresh strawberries before serving.
- This cake can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, ice cream cake, layered dessert, summer dessert, strawberry cake, easy ice cream cake