Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with this Zesty Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Cake. Layers of orange sherbet, vanilla ice cream, and a hint of citrus create a delightful frozen treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Layer:
- 1 (9-inch) vanilla or orange-flavored cake layer (store-bought or homemade)
Orange Sherbet Layer:
- 1 quart orange sherbet (softened)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Vanilla Ice Cream Layer:
- 1 quart vanilla ice cream (softened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional for Texture:
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers
Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
- Orange slices or zest curls (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9-inch springform pan with plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Layer the Cake: Place the cake layer at the bottom of the pan.
- Make the Sherbet Layer: Mix softened orange sherbet with orange zest and spread over the cake.
- Add Ice Cream Layer: Spread softened vanilla ice cream mixed with vanilla extract over the sherbet layer.
- Freeze: Freeze the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Finish and Serve: Frost the top with whipped topping, garnish with orange slices or zest curls, and let sit before slicing.
Notes
- To add a crunchy layer, sprinkle crushed graham crackers or cookies between the sherbet and ice cream layers.
- For a more intense orange flavor, use orange extract in place of vanilla.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
