Description
Magical Unicorn Ice Cream Cake brings whimsical sweetness to dessert tables with pastel swirls and playful sprinkles. Dreamlike layers of creamy delight will enchant both children and adults, making celebrations sparkle with pure sugary wonder.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 quart unicorn-themed ice cream (rainbow-colored), softened
- 1 cup rainbow-colored marshmallows
- 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 box (12 ounces/340 grams) vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Decoration Ingredients:
- Edible glitter or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Combine finely ground vanilla wafer cookies with melted butter, mixing thoroughly to create a cohesive crust mixture.
- Transfer the cookie mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, firmly pressing down to create an even, compact base layer.
- Allow softened unicorn-themed ice cream to gently spread across the cookie crust, ensuring a smooth and consistent coverage.
- Generously scatter vibrant rainbow-colored marshmallows across the ice cream surface, creating a playful and colorful layer.
- Carefully apply a generous blanket of whipped cream, smoothing it delicately to completely conceal the marshmallow layer.
- Elevate the cake’s magical aesthetic by dusting with shimmering edible glitter or festive sprinkles for a whimsical finish.
- Transfer the assembled cake to the freezer, allowing it to solidify for a minimum of 4 hours until completely firm and set.
- Prior to serving, remove the cake from the freezer and let it rest at room temperature for 2-3 minutes to facilitate easier slicing and softer texture.
Notes
- Swap cookie base with gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version, ensuring everyone can enjoy this magical dessert.
- Experiment with dairy-free ice cream alternatives like coconut or almond milk varieties to accommodate lactose-intolerant guests.
- Use natural food coloring from fruit and vegetable powders for a healthier, vibrant rainbow effect without artificial additives.
- Reduce sugar content by selecting low-sugar ice cream and minimizing marshmallow quantity for a more diet-conscious treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg