Description
A delicious and irresistible Pineapple Strawberry Chocolate Ice Cream Cake that combines layers of chocolate and strawberry ice cream with a pineapple whipped topping, all on a chocolate cookie crust.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chocolate ice cream, softened
- 2 cups strawberry ice cream, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries and pineapple slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- Once the crust is cool, spread the softened chocolate ice cream evenly over the crust. Place the pan in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- After the chocolate layer has set, spread the softened strawberry ice cream over the chocolate layer. Return the pan to the freezer for another 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the drained crushed pineapple with whipped topping. Gently fold to combine.
- Once the strawberry layer is firm, spread the pineapple whipped topping mixture over the strawberry ice cream. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.
- Before serving, let the cake sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and pineapple slices if desired. Slice and serve.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, add shredded coconut to the pineapple mixture.
- Substitute the chocolate cookie crust with a graham cracker crust for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: Net Carbs: 30g
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 4g