Chocolate M&M's & Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake
A delightful dessert combining creamy ice cream, chewy cookie dough, and colorful M&M's, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Layer
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed Use dark brown sugar for a richer flavor.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Sift the flour before measuring.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Adjust salt according to preference.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Ice Cream Layers
- 1/2 gallon chocolate ice cream, softened Choose your favorite flavor.
- 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened Can also substitute with other flavors.
- 1 cup M&M's Add more if desired.
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Or use chopped chocolate.
- 1 cup heavy cream For the ganache topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, then gently fold in the flour and salt until a dough forms.
- Add mini chocolate chips into the cookie dough.
Assembly
- In an 8- or 9-inch springform pan, press half of the cookie dough into the base to form a crust.
- Smooth a layer of vanilla ice cream over the crust, then scatter M&M's on top.
- Layer the chocolate ice cream on top of the M&M's.
- Press the remaining cookie dough over the chocolate layer, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours.
Making Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream, then stir in the chocolate chips until shiny.
- Pour the ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Final Touch
- Decorate the top with additional M&M's and freeze for another 30 minutes before serving.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Store the cake in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes for easier slicing.