Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Here’s a recipe for the Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake — a dreamy dessert that combines everyone’s favorite chocolate chip cookies with the creamy richness of ice cream. This decadent treat is perfect for birthday parties, summer celebrations, or any time you want to indulge in something truly special.

Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Layer:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips
2 tbsp milk (optional, if needed to bring dough together)
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Ice Cream Layer:

1 1/2 quarts of your favorite vanilla ice cream (or chocolate chip, if you prefer)
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for extra crunch in the ice cream layer)

For the Cake Crust:

2 cups chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs (like Oreos)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Whipped Topping:

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate chips (for garnish)
Cookie dough bites (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Make the Cookie Dough Layer:

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and mix to combine.
Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
If the dough is too crumbly, add a little bit of milk (one tablespoon at a time) to bring it together.
Shape the dough into a flat disk and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a large piece of plastic wrap. Freeze it for about 30 minutes to firm it up. Once firm, cut the dough into a circle the size of your cake pan (about 8 inches in diameter).

2. Prepare the Cake Crust:

In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs with the melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture has a wet sand-like texture.
Press the mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch round springform pan or a cake pan, forming an even crust. Freeze the crust for 15-20 minutes to firm up.

3. Layer the Ice Cream:

Remove the vanilla ice cream from the freezer and let it soften slightly so it’s easier to spread (about 5-10 minutes).
Spread a layer of softened vanilla ice cream over the chocolate cookie crust, smoothing it out to cover the entire surface.
Take the chilled cookie dough disk from the freezer and place it gently on top of the ice cream layer.
Return the cake to the freezer for 1-2 hours to firm up.

4. Add the Final Ice Cream Layer:

Once the cookie dough layer has firmed up, spread another layer of vanilla ice cream over the top of the cookie dough. Smooth it out with a spatula.
Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the top of the ice cream layer if desired.
Freeze the cake for at least 4 hours, or until the ice cream is fully set.

5. Make the Whipped Topping:

In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake, smoothing it out to cover the entire surface.
Decorate the cake with extra mini chocolate chips and cookie dough bites around the edges for garnish.

6. Serve:

Carefully remove the cake from the springform pan and place it on a serving platter.
Let the cake sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing to allow the ice cream to soften slightly.
Slice and serve the Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake for an unforgettable treat!

Tips:

You can make this cake ahead of time and store it in the freezer for up to 1 week.
If you want to make it even more indulgent, consider adding a layer of hot fudge or caramel sauce between the ice cream and cookie dough layers.
Feel free to get creative with your ice cream flavor — chocolate chip, mint chocolate chip, or even cookies and cream would be delicious variations!

This Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth, combining the best of both worlds: cookie dough and ice cream!