Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake is a delightful summer dessert that brings together layers of creamy vanilla ice cream, fluffy shortcake, and fresh, macerated strawberries. Topped with a light whipped cream layer, this cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe is easy to customize and will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream (2 cups)
- 1 pound shortcake or pound cake
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Combine quartered strawberries with granulated sugar in a bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
- Layer the cake: Slice the shortcake horizontally into two layers. Place one layer in a serving dish.
- Add ice cream: Spread half of the vanilla ice cream evenly over the first layer of cake.
- Top with strawberries: Spoon half of the macerated strawberries over the ice cream layer.
- Repeat layers: Add the second layer of cake, followed by the remaining ice cream and strawberries.
- Finish with whipped cream: Top with whipped cream and garnish with whole strawberries. Freeze for about 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, drizzle chocolate sauce between layers or substitute other berries like blueberries or raspberries. Chill your mixing bowl before whipping cream for better peaks.