Description
This Funfetti Ice Cream Cake is a colorful, vibrant dessert combining a crunchy chocolate cookie crust with creamy strawberry ice cream mixed with rainbow sprinkles and whipped cream. Topped with more whipped cream and colorful candies like Nerds, this no-bake cake is perfect for celebrations and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Ice Cream Layer
- 4 cups strawberry ice cream
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
Topping
- 1 cup whipped cream (divided: 1/2 cup for ice cream layer, 1/2 cup for topping)
- 1/4 cup extra rainbow sprinkles
- 1/2 cup Nerds candy (or your favorite colorful candies, divided as 1/2 cup for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust layer. Place the pan in the freezer for 10–15 minutes to let the crust set.
- Make the ice cream layer: Allow the strawberry ice cream to soften until it is spreadable but not melted. In a large bowl, fold the softened ice cream together with 1/2 cup of whipped cream and 1/2 cup of rainbow sprinkles to distribute the sprinkles evenly. Spread this ice cream mixture evenly over the chilled cookie crust.
- Add the topping: Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of whipped cream over the ice cream layer smoothly. Then, sprinkle the top with the extra 1/4 cup of rainbow sprinkles and 1/2 cup Nerds candy (or your choice of colorful candies) for a festive finish.
- Freeze the cake: Place the entire cake back into the freezer and chill for at least 4 hours, or until the cake is completely firm and set.
- Serve: When ready to serve, carefully remove the cake from the springform pan. Slice into 8 servings and enjoy this fun, colorful dessert.
Notes
- For best results, do not let the ice cream melt completely while softening—it should be spreadable but still cold.
- You can substitute the strawberry ice cream with any flavor of your choice.
- Nerds candy can be replaced with other colorful small candies or sprinkles to vary the texture and look.
- Make sure to freeze the cake thoroughly so it maintains its shape when sliced.
- Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water and wiped dry for clean cake slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
