Experience a slice of heaven with our Decadent Strawberry Chocolate Fantasy Ice Cream Cake. This indulgent dessert layers moist chocolate cake with creamy strawberry ice cream, all topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for celebrations or any time you crave a rich, delightful treat!
Ingredients for Strawberry Chocolate Fantasy Ice Cream Cake
For the Chocolate Cake Layers:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 2 cups granulated sugar 🍬
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder 🥄
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda 🥄
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1 cup whole milk 🥛
- ½ cup vegetable oil 🛢️
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 🍦
- 1 cup boiling water 💧
For the Strawberry Ice Cream Layers:
- 1.5 quarts strawberry ice cream, softened 🍓
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream 🥛
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips 🍫
For Garnishing:
- Fresh strawberries, sliced 🍓
- Chocolate shavings 🍫
Instructions for Creating the Strawberry Chocolate Fantasy Ice Cream Cake
1. Bake the Chocolate Cake Layers:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well blended. Stir in the boiling water; the batter will be thin but smooth.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Assemble the Ice Cream Layers:
- Prepare the Layers: Once the cakes are fully cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Evenly spread the softened strawberry ice cream over this layer.
- Add the Second Cake Layer: Place the second cake layer on top of the ice cream. Freeze the assembled cake for at least 2 hours to ensure the ice cream is firm.
3. Make the Chocolate Ganache:
- Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer.
- Combine with Chocolate: Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the hot cream over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes before stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and the ganache is smooth.
4. Finish and Garnish the Cake:
- Apply Ganache: Pour the chocolate ganache over the cake, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- Add Garnishes: Decorate with fresh strawberry slices and chocolate shavings.
- Chill: Freeze the cake for an additional 30 minutes to set the ganache.
Enjoy this exquisite blend of rich chocolate cake and creamy strawberry ice cream—an indulgent dessert that will impress at any gathering!
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