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reese's peanut butter ice cream cake

Discover the magic of Reese's peanut butter ice cream cake A decadent blend of chocolate peanut butter and ice cream that delights all ages
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Freezing Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Cost: $20

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Mixer
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch Pan
  • Plastic Wrap

Ingredients

  • 2 cups crushed Oreo cookies or chocolate graham crackers
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 quarts ice cream (1 vanilla and 1 chocolate, or your choice)
  • 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream
  • 1 cup hot fudge sauce
  • 1 cup chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (for topping)

Instructions

  • Crush Oreo cookies in a food processor or by hand in a sealed bag.
  • Mix crushed cookies with melted butter until moistened.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch or springform pan.
  • Freeze the crust for about 15 minutes.
  • Soften ice cream for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
  • Spread the first ice cream layer over the frozen crust (about 1 inch thick).
  • Freeze for at least 1 hour until solid.
  • Beat peanut butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
  • Fold in half of the Cool Whip gently.
  • Spread the peanut butter mixture over the frozen ice cream layer.
  • Freeze for another hour.
  • Spread the second ice cream layer over the peanut butter layer and freeze for an additional hour.
  • Drizzle warm hot fudge sauce over the top ice cream layer and freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Spread remaining Cool Whip over the cake and top with chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and a drizzle of peanut butter if desired.
  • Freeze the complete cake for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
  • Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Feel free to customize the ice cream flavors and mix-ins according to your taste. Options like coffee ice cream or banana ice cream can create exciting variations.
Store leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and aluminum foil in the freezer, where they can last for up to two weeks.
The dessert can be prepared ahead of time, making it a perfect choice for parties and gatherings. Just remember to add delicate toppings just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 4mg
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