Mocha Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Freeze Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes

This Mocha Ice Cream Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich coffee flavor with creamy ice cream, making it a perfect treat for coffee lovers. The cake recipe is simple and can be made ahead of time, ensuring a deliciously cool dessert for any occasion.

Layered with chocolate cake and mocha ice cream, this cake is both visually appealing and satisfying. It’s an excellent choice for celebrations or as a refreshing summer dessert.

Delicious Mocha Ice Cream Cake Recipe

This Mocha Ice Cream Cake features layers of moist chocolate cake and smooth mocha ice cream, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. The recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and requires freezing time, serving approximately 8-10 people.

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
1 quart mocha ice cream, softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Bake the Cake: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions. Bake in two 9-inch round cake pans and let cool completely.
Layer the Ice Cream: Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the softened mocha ice cream over the top. Place the second cake layer on top of the ice cream.
Freeze: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until the ice cream is firm.
Make Whipped Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Frost the Cake: Remove the cake from the freezer and spread the whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake. Smooth it out with a spatula.
Garnish: If desired, sprinkle chocolate shavings or cocoa powder on top for decoration.
Serve: Slice the cake and serve immediately. Keep any leftovers in the freezer.