Description
This decadent chocolate chip cookie ice cream cake brings together a soft-baked cookie base, creamy cookie dough ice cream, and whipped cream topping for a frozen treat that’s as dreamy as it is delicious. Perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, or any time your sweet tooth calls for something extra special.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base
3/4 cup salted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Ice Cream Layer and Toppings
1.5 quarts cookie dough ice cream (store-bought or homemade)
4 oz Cool Whip
Mini Chips Ahoy cookies, for garnish
Chocolate sauce (such as Smucker’s sundae syrup), for drizzle
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
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Mix in the flour and baking soda until fully incorporated; the dough will be thick.
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Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
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Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Let the cookie cool mostly in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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While the cookie is cooling, allow the ice cream to soften slightly at room temperature.
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Once the cookie is cool, place it back into the springform pan and spread the softened ice cream evenly on top. Freeze until solid.
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Remove the cake from the pan. Pipe or spoon Cool Whip around the edges, top with Mini Chips Ahoy pieces, and drizzle with chocolate sauce.
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Store in the freezer until ready to serve. Let the cake sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before slicing for easier cutting.
Notes
Letting the cookie base cool completely prevents the ice cream from melting during assembly.
Feel free to swap in your favorite ice cream flavor if cookie dough isn’t available.
This dessert can be made a day ahead—just decorate shortly before serving for best presentation.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked and Frozen
- Cuisine: American