This no-bake ice cream sandwich cake is the ultimate summer dessert-creamy, decadent, and ready in minutes! With just 2 simple ingredients, plus garnishes, it's perfect for birthdays, BBQs, or anytime you crave a piece of ice cream cake.
Ingredients needed:
- 24 ice cream sandwiches
- 1 large (16 ounces) container of Cool Whip, thawed
- Hot fudge sauce
- Caramel sauce (Store-bought or homemade caramel sauce both work!)
- M&M's or any other toppings of your choice
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Try These Flavor Twists!
These five variations should give you plenty of ideas to experiment with! Don't be afraid to try new flavor combinations or toppings to make this recipe your own.
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
- Use mint chocolate chip-flavored ice cream sandwiches instead of plain ones.
- Top with crushed peppermint candies or Andes mints.
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
- Use strawberry flavored ice cream sandwiches instead of plain ones.
- Add a layer of sliced fresh strawberries on top of the first layer before adding the whipped topping and sauces.
- Top with whipped cream and crushed vanilla wafers.
S'mores Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
- Use ice cream sandwiches with graham crackers instead of chocolate cookie wafers.
- Add a layer of mini marshmallows on top of the first layer before adding the whipped topping, fudge sauce, and caramel sauce.
- Top with graham cracker crumbs and mini chocolate chips.
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
- Use cookies and cream flavored ice cream sandwiches.
- Mix crushed Oreo into the whipped topping before spreading it over the layers.
- Top with more crushed Oreos.
Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
- Use peanut butter ice cream sandwiches instead of plain vanilla ice cream ones.
- Spread a layer of peanut butter on top of each sandwich before assembling the cake.
- Top with chopped Reese's peanut butter cups.
Instructions
- In a 9x13-inch pan, place 12 sandwiches in a single layer.
- Scoop half of the Cool Whip onto the ice cream layer and spread it evenly.
- Drizzle hot fudge sauce and caramel sauce over the topping.
- Add the remaining 12 ice cream sandwiches in a single layer, then drizzle on more fudge and caramel sauce.
- Scoop the remaining Cool Whip on top of the cake and spread it out evenly.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 3 hours until completely firm.
- Top the cake with more chocolate sauce and caramel sauce over top of the cake, then sprinkle with M&M's or any other toppings that you like.
- Cut the cake into pieces and serve frozen.
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Tips:
- It's best to keep the ice cream sandwiches in the freezer until it's time to assemble the cake.
- Any toppings can be used, such as sprinkles, crushed Oreos, mini chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, etc.
- The cake will last in the freezer for up to two months.
8x8 Pan Variation
- 12 ice cream sandwiches
- ½ container (8 ounces) of CoolWhip, thawed
- Hot fudge sauce
- Caramel sauce
- M&M's or any other ice cream toppings of your choice
Pro Tips for the Best Ice Cream Sandwich Cake:
These tips should help you create an amazing ice cream sandwich cake every time!
- Keep ingredients cold: Work quickly to prevent melting, and freeze the cake for at least 3 hours (or up to overnight) before serving.
- Easy slicing: Dip your knife in hot water before cutting for clean slices.
- Sauce hack: Warm fudge sauce slightly for easy drizzling-but don't overheat, or it'll melt the layers.
- No-stick trick: Line the pan with parchment paper for effortless removal.
- Topping ideas: Customize with crushed cookies, sprinkles, or fresh fruit for texture and color.
Storage tips
If you've just taken the cake out of the freezer, it's best to let it thaw for a few minutes before cutting into it. This will soften the layers slightly, making it easier to cut through without causing the layers to separate.
However, if you prefer a firmer texture, you can certainly serve it as soon as you take it out of the freezer. Just be aware that this will make it harder to cut through and may result in uneven or crumbly slices.
Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
Yes, but stabilize it with powdered sugar to prevent weeping.
Yes! Assemble and freeze up to 2 weeks. Add toppings before serving.
3 Ingredient Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a 9x13-inch pan, place 12 of the ice cream sandwiches in a single layer.24 ice cream sandwiches
- Scoop half of the Cool Whip onto the ice cream sandwich layer and spread out evenly.1 16 ounces non-dairy whipped topping
- Drizzle hot fudge sauce (you may need to warm it just enough to be able to drizzle, but it should not be hot or it will melt the Cool Whip) and caramel sauce over the Cool Whip.Hot fudge sauce, Caramel sauce
- Add the remaining 12 ice cream sandwiches in a single layer, then drizzle on more hot fudge and caramel sauce.
- Scoop the rest of the Cool Whip on top of the cake and spread out evenly.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 3 hours until completely firm.
- Drizzle more hot fudge and caramel sauce over top of the cake, then sprinkle with M&M'S.M&M'S for topping
- Cut the cake and serve frozen.
Nutrition
Nutrition Discolure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 16 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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