Have you ever splurged on an ice cream cake? Let me tell you, they can be outrageously priced! I once bought a small cake for $16 that was disappointingly adorned with only a few Oreo crumbs on top. I thought it was going to be delicious—big mistake! It turned out to be a bland mound of ice cream with no crust and whipped cream that tasted like it had been left out for ages. Yikes! Frustrated with my purchase, I decided to take matters into my own hands and make my own ice cream cake. How hard could it be? I bet I could create something far more delightful for the same budget or less.
To kick things off, I made an Oreo cookie crust. I remember when Oreo sold pre-made cookie crumbs, but sadly, they seem to have vanished. So, I painstakingly scraped the filling out of each Oreo. If you’re hungry, beware—it’s hard to resist munching on a few extras! After crafting my Oreo crust, I softened some vanilla and strawberry ice cream until it was spreadable and layered it into the crust. So far, so good—this was easy!
For an exciting texture, I added a layer of Oreo cookie crumbs between the ice cream flavors. There’s something fantastic about having a crunchy element alongside the creamy ice cream. Forget whipped cream as a topping; I wanted something more creative! I decided on crushed waffle cone pieces drizzled with chocolate ganache. And since I was having fun with this, I topped the cake with real ice cream cones. The beauty of making your own cake is that you can go wild with your ideas!
To keep the cones stable, I snipped off the bottoms so they could be anchored into the cake. After positioning the cones, I decorated the cake with splattered chocolate-covered cone pieces. Once I was satisfied with the presentation, I placed it in the freezer to set overnight. Just before serving, I scooped some ice cream into the cones and added whipped cream, sprinkles, and cherries on top.
So, what was the final cost? Just over $14! Not only did I spend less than on the store-bought cake, but this creation looked and tasted a million times better—plus, it definitely earned some oohs and aahs from my friends! If you’re up for a little kitchen adventure, ice cream cakes are surprisingly easy to make and incredibly fun!
Ingredients:
- 2 packages of Oreo cookies (14.3oz each), filling removed
- 6 Tbsp butter, melted
- 2 cups crushed waffle cone pieces plus 2 whole waffle cones
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate morsels
- 5 Tbsp light cream
- 8 cups of your favorite ice cream, divided (4 cups per layer) and softened
- Whipped cream, sprinkles, and cherries for garnish
Instructions:
- In a food processor, grind the Oreo cookies until they resemble breadcrumbs. Set aside three cups for the crust and reserve the rest.
- Combine the three cups of Oreo crumbs with melted butter and press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9″ springform pan.
- Spread four cups of ice cream evenly into the crust and sprinkle with two cups of Oreo crumbs, pressing down firmly.
- Smooth another four cups of ice cream over the crumbs.
- Snip off the bottoms of two waffle cones (about 1 inch) and gently press them into the cake.
- Prepare the crushed cone pieces by melting chocolate and cream together over low heat, then splatter over the cone pieces and freeze them briefly.
- Pile the chocolate-covered cone pieces around the inserted cones and return the cake to the freezer for at least four hours.
- Just before serving, scoop ice cream into the cones and garnish with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.
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Summary
This DIY Ice Cream Cone Cake is not only budget-friendly at around $14 but also allows for creative freedom in flavors and toppings. By making your own cake, you can ensure a delicious treat that’s sure to impress at any gathering!