A homemade Oreo ice cream cake is a decadent treat that combines the crunch of Oreos, the creamy richness of ice cream, and the sweetness of chocolate. It’s a no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Why this Oreo Ice Cream Cake Recipe is a Keeper
This easy ice cream cake is so much better than a store-bought ice cream cake. It’s a fun and refreshing treat that’s perfect for summer.
- 15 Minute Prep: Before freezing, it only takes 15 minutes to put together
- Easy Ingredients: You will need just 5 ingredients to complete the whole cake.
- Family Friendly: This cake is perfect to whip together for a summer birthday cake. Put candles on top of the cake to complete it.
- Adaptable: Customize this cake to include all your favorite ice cream flavors.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Leftovers, if you have any, store well in the freezer.
If you’re looking for more summer dessert recipes, try these Blueberry Cherry Dump Cake, Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler and Cherry Poke Cake.
How do I Cut Ice Cream Cake Without it Falling Apart?
Use a knife to cut the cake. Run the knife under hot water to help slice through the cake layers smoothly. Make sure to wipe off the excess water before slicing the cake.
Ingredient Notes for this Homemade Oreo Ice Cream Cake
You’ll need just a handful of ingredients to make this cake. Ice cream cake is amazing, why not make it at home! Especial with this great recipe and easy ingredient.
- Oreo Cookies: Oreo cookie ice cream cake wouldn’t be complete without Oreo cookies!
- Oreo Ice Cream: Oreo ice cream or any other cookies and cream ice cream will go with the cookies really well.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Easy Oreo Ice Cream Cake
These cookies ‘n cream ice cream cake is super easy to modify. Experiment with your favorite flavors of ice cream for the ice cream cake, sauces, or toppings.
- Different Ice Cream Flavor: Try making this with vanilla ice cream, chocolate, birthday cake, coffee ice cream, mint chip ice cream, other cookies n cream ice cream or your favorite ice cream.
- Different Cookies: You could make this ice cream Oreo cake with any cookie you like! Try it with chocolate chip cookies or peanut butter cookies.
- Other Sauce: Add peanut butter sauce, strawberry, raspberry, chocolate or any other sauce you can think of.
Special Equipment Needed for Oreo Cookie Ice Cream Cake
- Food Processor: A food processor will be extremely helpful when it comes to making an Oreo crust. It will make turning cookies into crumbs a breeze.
Pro Tip for Making an Ice Cream Cake
While tempting to dig right in after taking the cake out of the freezer, resist! Ice cream cakes are best served semi-frozen. Take the cake out of the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. This will allow the ice cream to soften slightly, making it easier to cut clean slices without cracking or crumbling.
How to Make Ice Cream Cake with Oreo Crust
This delicious Oreo ice cream cake recipe comes together in a super easy 5 steps.
These are the basic steps for making Oreo Ice Cream Cake. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Prep the Baking Dish
Remove the Oreo ice cream from the freezer to soften ice cream. Let the ice cream sit while you prep a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Make the Oreo Crust
In a mixing bowl, add in the blended Oreo crumbs and melted butter. Mix together until combined and a crumbly dough forms. Transfer this crust into the prepared pan and press the Oreo crumbs into the bottom of the pan, spreading evenly.
3. Add Ice Cream Layer
Pour the softened cookies and cream ice cream layer on top of the Oreo crust and spread into an even layer in the cake pan. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes. Take the cool whip out of the freezer to thaw.
4. Add Fudge and Whipped Cream
After the ice cream dish has slightly chilled, top the ice cream with a layer of the hot fudge sauce. Spreading all over the ice cream and creating an even layer.
Take the thawed cool whip, and place on top of the fudge sauce layer. Spread fluffy whipped cream evenly to finish the final layer of the Oreo ice cream cake.
5. Top it off and Freeze the Cake
For topping, add crushed oreo on top of the cool whip. Return the cake back into the freezer for at least 8 hours to harden completely. Remove the cake from the freezer, cut and serve when ready to enjoy!
Homemade Ice Cream Cake Recipe FAQs
Store in the freezer of course! If your freezer safe pan has a lid, use it. If it doesn’t have a lid or isn’t freezer safe, I recommend transferring it to freezer safe airtight containers.
It’s best if you eat it within a week to ensure the textures and flavors are up to par.
You’ll love this Oreo cake but try making a chocolate cake version, vanilla, strawberry; the options are endless!
It’s best to let ice cream cake sit in the freezer overnight. Place the cake in the freezer just to make sure it’s frozen all the way.
Expert Tips for Making This Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake Recipe
- Double this Recipe: This is a great recipe for a birthday! Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two dishes.
- Soften the Ice Cream: Don’t use rock-solid ice cream! It will be difficult to spread and won’t incorporate well into the cake. Aim for a softened consistency that’s still scoopable.
- Freeze: Freezing at each stage is key to ensure the crust sets and the ice cream stays firm.
- Slicing: When serving, take the cake out of the freezer 10-15 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut clean pieces.
- Toppings: Make a homemade whipped cream, cream cheese frosting or anything else you want to put on top of the ice cream dessert or frost the cake with.
- Transportation: If you need to transport the actual cake, don’t worry. Surround the cake in ice packs in a cooler bag so you don’t let the ice cream melt.
- Whipped Cream: Use any remaining whipped cream around the top border of the cake.
More Ice Cream Recipes
- Pina Colada Ice Cream Pie
- Copycat Shamrock Shake Recipe
- Cocoa Condensed Milk Ice Cream (No Churn)
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Oreo Ice Cream Cake
Equipment
- 9×11 Baking Dish
- Blender/Food Processor
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Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies, blended
- 7 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1½ quarts Oreo ice cream, softened
- 12 ounces Hot fudge sauce
- 8 ounces Cool whip
- Crushed Oreos, topping
Instructions
- Prepare a baking dish with parchment paper. Remove the Oreo ice cream from the freezer to soften.
- In a mixing bowl, add in the blended Oreo crumbs and melted butter. Mix together until combined and a thick and crumbly dough forms.
- Transfer this into the prepared pan and press the Oreo crust into the bottom of the pan, spreading evenly within the dish.
- Pour the softened Oreo ice cream on top of the crust and spread into an even layer in the baking dish. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Take the cool whip out of the freezer to thaw.
- After the Oreo ice cream dish has slightly chilled, top the ice cream with a layer of the hot fudge sauce. Spreading all over the ice cream and creating an even layer.
- Take the thawed cool whip, and place on top of the fudge sauce layer. Spread evenly to finish the final layer of the Oreo ice cream cake.
- For garnish, take some more Oreos and break them apart, sprinkling on top of the cool whip.
- Place this Oreo ice cream cake back in the freezer for at least 8 hours or overnight to harden completely.
- Remove from the freezer, cut and serve when ready to enjoy!
Christina’s Notes
- Double this Recipe: This is a great recipe for a birthday! Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two dishes.
- Soften the Ice Cream: Don’t use rock-solid ice cream! It will be difficult to spread and won’t incorporate well into the cake. Aim for a softened consistency that’s still scoopable.
- Freeze: Freezing at each stage is key to ensure the crust sets and the ice cream stays firm.
- Slicing: When serving, take the cake out of the freezer 10-15 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut clean pieces.
- Toppings: Make a homemade whipped cream, cream cheese frosting or anything else you want to put on top of the ice cream dessert or frost the cake with.
- Transportation: If you need to transport the actual cake, don’t worry. Surround the cake in ice packs in a cooler bag so you don’t let the ice cream melt.
- Whipped Cream: Use any remaining whipped cream around the top border of the cake.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.