Sumptuous Pistachio-Strawberry Layered Frozen Delight
Craving something cool and delicious? Let's dive into a scrumptious summer treat - a Layered Ice Cream Cake! This bad boy combines three divine flavors: fresh strawberry, vanilla bean, and roasted pistachio, all nestled together and topped with a crunchy layer of vanilla cookies. Say goodbye to traditional ice cream cones, and get ready for a dessert that'll make your taste buds sing!
But hey, if you're not feeling like a rockstar in the kitchen, don't worry! You can easily swap out homemade ice cream with high-quality store-bought versions.
So, what's the game plan? After each delectable layer is prepped, it's vital to freeze the cake. To avoid unnecessary chaos, soften each ice cream flavor as you're ready to use it. No need to waste time freezing all at once.
This mouth-watering dessert was part of our Play It Cool menu, so you know it's gonna be a hit!
Here's the lowdown on ingredients and instructions:
Ingredients List1. 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted2. 3/4 cup ground vanilla wafer cookies (about 20 cookies)3. 2 cups Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream, softened4. 2 cups Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, softened5. 2 cups Roasted Pistachio Ice Cream, softened
Instructions1. Butter a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with plastic wrap, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides with at least a 2-inch overhang. Mix melted butter with the ground cookies, then press the mixture evenly into the loaf pan. Allow it to set up for at least 5 minutes.2. Spread the strawberry ice cream on top of the cookie base and freeze until firm, typically 2 hours.3. Spread the vanilla ice cream on top of the strawberry layer and freeze again until firm, about 2 hours.4. Pile on the pistachio ice cream and cover with the plastic wrap overhang. Store in the freezer until firm, approximately 4 hours.5. To serve, unwrap the ice cream cake, pull it out of the loaf pan, remove the plastic wrap, and slice into 1-inch slabs.
A Few Tips- Soften each ice cream flavor as you're ready to use it for easier layering and less freezer time.- If you're feeling extra fancy, add a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a dollop of whipped cream on top before serving!
Enjoy this dessert that's a melodious symphony of sweet-tart strawberry, creamy vanilla bean, and nutty roasted pistachio, all wrapped up in a crunchy vanilla cookie crust! It's the ultimate summer addiction!
This dessert, the Layered Ice Cream Cake, is not only a summer delight but also a hit from our "Play It Cool" menu. With its layers of fresh strawberry, vanilla bean, and roasted pistachio ice cream, it's an overlapping symphony of sweet-tart strawberry, creamy vanilla, and nutty roasted pistachio, all nestled within a crunchy vanilla cookie crust. For those who are short on time, the use of store-bought high-quality ice cream can prove to be a good alternative. It's easy to prepare this dessert, with each delectable layer requiring individual freezing. Proper creditline should be given to the recipe's original source when sharing.