Chocolate-Cherry Ice-Cream Cake

Health score
2%
Chocolate-Cherry Ice-Cream Cake
585 min.
12
506kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the rich flavors of chocolate and the tart sweetness of cherries: the Chocolate-Cherry Ice-Cream Cake. This show-stopping treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a heavenly experience for your taste buds. With layers of creamy cherry and vanilla ice cream, a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, and a drizzle of luscious fudge sauce, this cake is sure to impress at any gathering.

Imagine serving a slice of this decadent cake at your next celebration, where each bite reveals a symphony of textures and flavors. The combination of the smooth ice cream, the crunch of chocolate cookies, and the fresh cherries creates a delightful contrast that will leave your guests craving more. Plus, it’s a versatile dessert that can be customized to suit your preferences—whether you want to add more chocolate chips or top it with a dollop of whipped cream, the possibilities are endless.

While it may take some time to prepare, the end result is well worth the wait. This Chocolate-Cherry Ice-Cream Cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a special treat to enjoy with family and friends. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of any occasion!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 12  cherries fresh with stems
  •  crème-filled chocolate sandwich cookies coarsely chopped
  • 16  crème-filled chocolate sandwich cookies 
  • 0.5 cup cream sauce 
  • cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • 12 servings garnish: whipped cream sweetened
  • cups whipped cream softened
  • cups whipped cream softened

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F.
  2. Place 16 cookies in food processor. Cover and process until finely ground.
  3. Add butter; cover and process until mixed. Press in springform pan, 9x3 inches.
  4. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until firm. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. Wrap outside of springform pan with foil.
  6. Spread cherry ice cream over cooled crust. Freeze 30 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle chopped cookies and 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips over cherry ice cream; press slightly.
  8. Spread vanilla ice cream over top. Drop fudge sauce over ice cream in small spoonfuls; swirl slightly into ice cream.
  9. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chips; press slightly. Freeze about 8 hours until firm.
  10. To serve, let stand at room temperature 5 to 10 minutes. Carefully remove side of pan.
  11. Cut dessert into wedges. Top each wedge with whipped cream and cherry.

Nutrition Facts

Calories506kcal
Protein5.04%
Fat49.45%
Carbs45.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.58
Glycemic Load
12.95
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.603043431821%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.42mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Peonidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.35mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:506.47kcal
25.32%
Fat:28.1g
43.23%
Saturated Fat:13.8g
86.26%
Carbohydrates:58.18g
19.39%
Net Carbohydrates:54.77g
19.92%
Sugar:41.57g
46.19%
Cholesterol:44.59mg
14.86%
Sodium:254.39mg
11.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:19.04mg
6.35%
Protein:6.44g
12.88%
Iron:4.43mg
24.59%
Manganese:0.48mg
24.18%
Copper:0.4mg
19.8%
Phosphorus:186.38mg
18.64%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.52%
Magnesium:66.06mg
16.52%
Calcium:144.63mg
14.46%
Fiber:3.41g
13.65%
Vitamin A:596.45IU
11.93%
Potassium:407.61mg
11.65%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
9.98%
Zinc:1.44mg
9.6%
Vitamin K:8.86µg
8.44%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
6.96%
Selenium:4.86µg
6.95%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.81%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.59%
Folate:20.09µg
5.02%
Vitamin B3:0.94mg
4.7%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.19%
Vitamin C:1.12mg
1.36%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.33%