Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
The Ice Cream Sandwich Cake is your no-bake, low-effort, high-reward dessert that comes together in minutes. Perfect for hot days, last-minute parties, or emotional emergencies that only ice cream can fix. It’s cold, creamy, crunchy, and unapologetically fun.
Equipment
- 9x9 inch baking dish or similar
- Offset spatula or spoon to slather that whipped magic
- Foil or plastic wrap
- Freezer duh
Ingredients
- 12 ice cream sandwiches classic vanilla-chocolate — non-negotiable
- 1 tub 8 oz whipped topping (aka Cool Whip — get two if you’re feeling extra)
- 1/4 cup hot fudge sauce warmed just enough to drizzle, not lava level
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce or dulce de leche if you’re feeling fancy
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips for that little crunch-crunch
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles obviously
- Crushed cookies or nuts optional, but don’t let me stop you
Instructions
Stack Like You Mean It
- Grab a baking dish (I used 9x9). Unwrap 6 ice cream sandwiches and line them up in the bottom like you’re laying bricks with attitude. If they don’t fit perfectly, cut one in half and smush it in — no one will know.
Slather and Drizzle, Baby
- Spread half the whipped topping over the sandwiches. Don’t worry if it’s not perfectly smooth — she’s supposed to be rustic. Drizzle that warm fudge and caramel like you’re decorating a sundae for your crush. You are the crush.
Layer and Love
- Repeat with the remaining 6 sandwiches, then slather the rest of the whipped topping on top. Drizzle again (more fudge, more caramel — you know the drill). Sprinkle with chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles, and whatever fun crunchies you’ve got.
Freeze and Flex
- Cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours (overnight is best if you’ve got the patience). Slice it like a queen and serve with extra sass.
Notes
- Don’t skip the 5-minute thaw on your sandwiches — too frozen and they crack, too soft and you’re swimming in melty drama.
- Use parchment if you want easy lifting or a neat presentation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container or wrap pan tightly — stays fab for up to a week.
- Want to dress it up? Add maraschino cherries or a drizzle of colored white chocolate for a fancy-fun vibe.