Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with this Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Cake. This refreshing dessert combines zesty orange and creamy layers, reminiscent of a classic creamsicle. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake is a crowd-pleaser that brings a touch of nostalgia to your table. Enjoy a slice of bliss that’s not only delicious but also visually stunning!
Ingredients
Cake Layer:
3/4 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/4 tsp baking powder
6 tbsp salted butter, room temperature
2 egg whites
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
3 tbsp hot water
3 tbsp orange JELLO powder (from a 3 oz package)
Ice Cream Layers:
12 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
12 oz Cool Whip (whipped topping)
Remaining orange JELLO powder from the package (minus 3 tbsp)
2 tbsp hot water
2 tsp vanilla extract
Additional:
8 oz Cool Whip for icing
Orange candy slices for decoration
Orange gel icing color (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
- For the cake layer, beat together flour, sugar, baking powder, and butter until crumbly. Add egg whites, vanilla extract, sour cream, and milk, mixing until smooth. Stir in hot water and orange JELLO powder.
- Pour the batter into the springform pan and bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool completely, then level the cake layer.
- Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour dissolved orange JELLO (3 tbsp mixed with 2 tbsp hot water) over the top.
- For the ice cream layers, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, gradually adding milk and folding in Cool Whip.
- Divide the mixture in half. Mix the remaining orange JELLO powder into one half and stir in vanilla extract into the other.
- Assemble the cake by layering the vanilla ice cream mixture over the cake, followed by the orange ice cream mixture. Freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight.
- Once set, frost the cake with additional Cool Whip and decorate with orange candy slices and gel icing, if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, allow the cake to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before slicing to make cutting easier.
Experiment with different flavors of JELLO for a unique twist on this classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12-14 slices
- Calories: 401 kcal per slice
Keywords: Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Cake, ice cream cake, summer dessert, creamy dessert, JELLO cake, easy cake recipe, nostalgic flavors, frozen dessert