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"Decorative strawberry shortcake ice cream cake with edible flowers and mint leaves."

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake


  • Author: iyma hernandes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

A delightful fusion of creamy ice cream, fresh strawberries, and a soft cake base, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 sponge cake or biscuit base (gluten-free if preferred)
  • 1 quart of strawberry or vanilla ice cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1 cup crushed cookies or strawberry crunch topping
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or mixed berries

Instructions

  1. Bake or purchase a sponge cake and allow it to cool completely.
  2. Soften the ice cream for easy spreading.
  3. Place the cake base in a springform pan and spread a layer of ice cream over it.
  4. Freeze for 30–45 minutes to set.
  5. Arrange sliced strawberries over the ice cream, adding a sprinkle of sugar if desired.
  6. Repeat with additional layers of cake, ice cream, and strawberries if desired.
  7. Freeze the assembled cake for at least 2–3 hours or overnight.
  8. Top with whipped cream and strawberry crunch topping or other decorations of choice.
  9. Slice with a warm knife for clean portions and serve immediately.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use plant-based ice cream and whipped cream. Add extra berries or chocolate chips for customization.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: strawberry shortcake, ice cream cake, dessert, frozen cake