Ice Cream Loaf Cake
Beat the heat with this delicious and creamy Ice Cream Loaf Cake! A fantastic dessert that effortlessly merges the fluffiness of cake with the coolness of ice cream.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 tsp baking powder
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 2 cups of your favorite ice cream softened
– 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts optional
– 1/4 cup caramel or chocolate syrup optional
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake:
– Preheat your oven to 350F 175C.
– Grease a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
– In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
– In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
– Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
– Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients, alternating with the whole milk, and mix until the batter is smooth.
2. Bake the Cake:
– Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
– Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
– Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
3. Prepare the Ice Cream Filling:
– After the cake has cooled, let the ice cream sit out for 5-10 minutes to soften.
– If desired, mix in chocolate chips or chopped nuts to give the ice cream extra texture.
4. Assemble the Loaf Cake:
– Carefully slice the cooled cake into 2-3 layers based on your loaf size.
– Spread thick layers of the softened ice cream between each cake layer. If youd like, drizzle some caramel or chocolate syrup on top of the final layer.
5. Freeze the Cake:
– Cover the assembled cake with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until its firm.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
– When youre ready to serve, slice the Ice Cream Loaf Cake and enjoy this refreshing treatideal for any occasion or a delightful way to cool down!
Nutritional Information:
– Approximate values per slice: Calories 250, Fat 12g, Carbohydrates 35g, Protein 4g, Sugars 15g
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes