Peppermint Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Cool, creamy, and packed with the festive flavor of peppermint, this Peppermint Ice Cream Cake is the perfect dessert for holidays or any occasion. With layers of chocolate cookies, peppermint ice cream, and whipped topping, it’s a showstopper that’s surprisingly easy to make!

Ingredients

For the Cake Base:

2 cups (200g) chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., Oreos, without the filling)

6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Ice Cream Layer:

1 ½ quarts (1.4 liters) peppermint ice cream, slightly softened

½ cup (50g) crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

For the Whipped Topping:

2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream

3 tbsp powdered sugar

½ tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish: