Description

This Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake combines three classic flavors—vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry—layered beautifully into a frozen dessert masterpiece. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or summer celebrations, this cake is as fun to look at as it is to eat. With a buttery cookie crust and creamy ice cream layers, it’s a dessert that screams nostalgia and delight.

Ingredients

Scale

For the crust:

2 cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
1/4 cup melted butter

For the ice cream layers:

1 1/2 quarts strawberry ice cream, softened
1 1/2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened
1 1/2 quarts chocolate ice cream, softened

For topping (optional):

Whipped cream
Chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fresh strawberries

Instructions

Prepare the pan:
- Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper for easy release.
Make the crust:
- Mix crushed cookies with melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Freeze for 10–15 minutes to set.
Layer the ice cream:
- First layer (strawberry): Spread softened strawberry ice cream over the crust; smooth with a spatula. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- Second layer (vanilla): Spread vanilla ice cream evenly; freeze again for 30 minutes.
- Third layer (chocolate): Add chocolate ice cream and smooth the top.
Freeze until firm:
- Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Decorate & serve:
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, sprinkles, or fresh fruit. Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts.

Notes

Flavor swap: Try different ice cream combinations like mint, caramel, or cookies & cream
Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free cookies for the crust
Make ahead: Prepare up to 3 days in advance; store covered in the freezer

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: No-Bake / Frozen
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320kcal
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg