Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
• 2 quarts (2 liters) of your favorite ice cream, softened
• Whipped cream or frosting for topping (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy-Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
7. Spread the softened ice cream over the cooled cake.
8. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
9. Top with whipped cream or frosting if desired.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the cake):

• Calories: 500
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Carbohydrates: 70g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 50g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy ice cream flavor
• Moist and fluffy cake texture
• Customizable with a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings

User Comments:

• "This ice cream cake was a hit at my party! It was easy to make and absolutely delicious." - Sarah
• "I love how you can customize this cake to your own taste by using different ice cream flavors." - Jessica
• "This was the perfect dessert for a summer gathering." - John
• "The cake was moist and the ice cream was perfectly creamy. I will definitely be making this again." - Mary
• "I added a layer of chocolate frosting on top for an extra indulgent touch." - Kate

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Let the cake cool completely before spreading the ice cream to prevent melting.
• Freeze for at least 4 hours to allow the ice cream to set properly before slicing.
• If the ice cream is too hard to spread, let it soften for a few minutes at room temperature before using.