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Slice of Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake topped with cookie dough pieces

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Indulge in the delightful layers of a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake, where gooey cookie dough meets velvety ice cream, creating a nostalgic dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened lusciously creamy
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar deeply aromatic and rich
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar finely textured and sweet
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract warmly fragrant
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour soft and fine
  • 1/2 tsp salt a pinch that enhances flavors
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips tiny bursts of chocolate

For the Ice Cream Layers

  • 1 quart chocolate chip ice cream softened, decadently creamy
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream softened, luscious and sweet

For the Topping

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped to dreamy peaks
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips for topping, adding delightful crunch
  • Chocolate syrup for drizzling, a finishing touch that harmonizes flavors

Instructions
 

Preparation of Cookie Dough

  • Cream together the softened butter with both sugars and vanilla extract until the mixture is silky smooth.
  • Gradually incorporate the flour and salt, stirring until thoroughly combined.
  • Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Assembly

  • Prepare your 9-inch springform pan by lining it with parchment paper or wrapping it in plastic wrap.
  • Spread half of the softened chocolate chip ice cream in an even layer at the bottom of the prepared springform pan and freeze for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Layer half of the softened vanilla ice cream over the chocolate layer and freeze for another 30 minutes.
  • Crumble the cookie dough over the vanilla ice cream layer, press gently, and return to the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • Spread the remaining chocolate chip ice cream followed by the final layer of vanilla ice cream, pressing gently to meld. Freeze for a minimum of four hours or overnight.

Finishing Touch

  • Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Remove the cake from the springform pan, spread the whipped topping over it, and garnish with mini chocolate chips and chocolate syrup.
  • Slice and serve.

Notes

Ensure the ice cream is softened but not melted for easier spreading. Waiting for each layer to freeze allows flavors to meld beautifully.
Keyword Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake, Cookie Dough Cake, Dessert Recipe, Ice Cream Cake, Layered Cake