Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwich Cake – Cool, Creamy & Chocolate-Lover’s Dream! 🍃🍨🎂
Ingredients (Serves 12):
- 12–14 ice cream sandwiches (chocolate or vanilla)
- 1.5 quarts mint chocolate chip ice cream, slightly softened
- 1 cup chocolate fudge sauce, room temperature
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips or crushed Oreos (optional for topping)
- ¼ cup Andes mints or peppermint candies, chopped (optional for garnish)
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Directions:
1. Prepare Your Pan:
- Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with foil or parchment paper for easy removal.
- Let your ice cream soften just enough to spread, but not melt.
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2. First Layer – Ice Cream Sandwiches:
- Place half of the ice cream sandwiches in the bottom of the pan, cutting as needed to fit and form a tight layer.
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3. Second Layer – Mint Ice Cream:
- Spread mint chocolate chip ice cream evenly over the sandwiches.
- Use a spatula to smooth the layer and press gently.
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4. Third Layer – Fudge Sauce:
- Drizzle and spread fudge sauce evenly over the ice cream.
- Optional: sprinkle with chopped Andes mints or mini chocolate chips for extra chocolatey flavor.
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5. Fourth Layer – More Sandwiches:
- Top with remaining ice cream sandwiches, forming a second layer.
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6. Final Layer – Whipped Topping:
- Spread Cool Whip over the top.
- Garnish with crushed Oreos, mini chips, chocolate drizzle, or mint candies.
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7. Freeze & Serve:
- Cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until firm.
- Slice, serve cold, and enjoy every minty bite!
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Optional Variations:
- Swap mint chip for cookies & cream or mocha ice cream
- Add a layer of crushed Thin Mints or mint Oreos between the ice cream and fudge
- Use mint-flavored whipped cream for extra zing