Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake

Introduction

This Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cake is the ultimate celebration dessert, combining everything people love in one unforgettable slice. You get a soft chocolate cake base, a thick layer of creamy vanilla ice cream, and generous bites of safe-to-eat cookie dough throughout. It’s rich without being overwhelming, nostalgic yet impressive, and perfect for birthdays, summer parties, or anytime you want a dessert that truly feels special. The best part? It looks bakery-level fancy but is totally doable at home.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake Layer

• 190 g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
• 50 g (½ cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 240 ml (1 cup) buttermilk
• 120 ml (½ cup) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 240 ml (1 cup) hot water or hot coffee

For the Edible Cookie Dough

• 120 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 150 g (¾ cup) light brown sugar, packed
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 180 g (1½ cups) heat-treated all-purpose flour
• 120 g (¾ cup) mini chocolate chips

For the Ice Cream Layer

• 1.4 L (about 1½ quarts) vanilla ice cream, slightly softened

Optional Toppings

• 120 ml (½ cup) chocolate ganache or hot fudge
• Whipped cream
• Extra mini chocolate chips or cookie dough bites

Directions