18 Ice Cold Ice Cream Cakes You Need To Try This Summer

Rosemary Molloy
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Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

Now that the kids are almost out of school and the summer heat is about to be upon us, there's nothing better to cool off with, than a big slice of homemade ice cream cake. Everyone loves desserts from cheesecakes to sweet bread and even yummy muffins for breakfast, but if you're an ice cream lover, why not take dessert to the next level with one of these cool cake recipes? There's something for everyone—from chocolate ice cream cakes and fruit-forward cakes to vegan ice cream cakes and even gluten-free ice cream cake options here.

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Why Is Ice Cream Cake So Popular?

Ice cream cakes really came into their own in the 1980s with companies like Baskin Robbins and Dairy Queen coming up with a new, delicious way to celebrate a special occasion.

Over the years, their popularity has never wavered because not only are they yummy, but there is literally no limit on the flavors. You can make any variety of ice cream into an ice cream cake with just a little imagination.

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Whether you're getting together with family and friends in the backyard, or celebrating a summer birthday, these cakes will surely impress. Try a few of our favorites (such as Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich Cake or Coconut Lime Ice Cream Loaf), pin them and most importantly, enjoy!

Best Ice Cream Cakes

<p>Kitchen Gidget</p><p>This cake features layers of hot fudge, peanut butter, whipped topping and peanut butter cups. <br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.kitchengidget.com/2018/08/31/peanut-butter-ice-cream-sandwich-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Andrew Purcell</p><p>Impress guests with this simple frozen twist on old-fashioned strawberry shortcake.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/329378/parade/strawberry-shortcake-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Lauren Volo</p><p>This no-bake ice cream cake, from <em>Tasty Dessert</em>, is an easy make-ahead treat for your next party.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/882736/parade/rocky-road-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Rocky Road Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Rocky Road Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: 16 <a href="https://parade.com/1068637/jocelyndelkadams/best-vanilla-ice-cream-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Nostalgic Vanilla Ice Cream Concoctions;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Nostalgic Vanilla Ice Cream Concoctions</a></strong></p>
<p>An Italian In My Kitchen</p><p>An easy cake made with a chocolate wafer base, two types of no-churn ice cream, chocolates and a drizzle of melted chocolate to bring it all together.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://anitalianinmykitchen.com/ice-cream-cake-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Beyond Frosting</p><p>This layered cake features two layers of lemon cake with a no-churn lemon ice cream layer sandwiched between them. It’s covered in whipped cream and garnished with candied lemons.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://beyondfrosting.com/2017/05/17/lemon-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Lemon Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Lemon Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Kitchen Mason</p><p>The perfect indulgent dessert, this glorious raspberry brownie ice cream cake recipe is both vegan and gluten-free. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://kitchenmason.com/vegan-gluten-free-raspberry-brownie-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Raspberry Brownie Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Raspberry Brownie Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Flippin Delicious</p><p>This ice cream cake makes the most epic celebration cake ever! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://flippindelicious.com/2016/07/vegan-brownie-ice-cream-cake.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vegan Brownie Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Vegan Brownie Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Dani's Cookings</p><p>Made completely from scratch, this ice cream cake combines a brownie base, vanilla cherry ice cream and chocolate ice cream. It is topped with chocolate glaze and fresh cherries! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://daniscookings.com/2018/06/01/easy-black-forest-no-churn-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Black Forest No Churn Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Black Forest No Churn Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Bake Play Smile</p><p>This cake has a delicious triple layer, of chocolate, vanilla and mint-flavored ice creams. It is packed full of cookies, chocolates and more! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong><a href="https://bakeplaysmile.com/peppermint-christmas-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peppermint Christmas Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong> Peppermint Christmas Ice Cream Cake</strong></a></p>
<p>Flavor the Moments</p><p>Layers of no-churn coconut lime cheesecake ice cream layered with a salty-sweet macadamia nut cookie crust. It’s an easy dessert that’s guaranteed to impress!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://flavorthemoments.com/coconut-lime-ice-cream-loaf/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Coconut Lime Ice Cream Loaf;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Coconut Lime Ice Cream Loaf</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: 25 <a href="https://parade.com/848452/lyubabrooke/25-coconut-recipes-perfect-for-coconut-lovers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Coconut Recipes Perfect For Coconut Lovers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Coconut Recipes Perfect For Coconut Lovers</a></strong></p>
<p>An Italian In My Kitchen</p><p>A classic Italian dessert, made with an Italian sponge cake your favorite ice cream flavors. Adding a chocolate drizzle brings it to the next level!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://anitalianinmykitchen.com/zuccotto/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Zuccotto al Gelato;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Zuccotto al Gelato</a></strong></p>
<p>An Italian In My Kitchen</p><p>There is so much chocolate, you are going to love it—creamy homemade no-churn ice cream with a deliciously decadent chocolate ganache.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://anitalianinmykitchen.com/death-by-chocolate-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Death by Chocolate Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Death by Chocolate Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>What The Fork</p><p>This cake is for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. Gluten-free delicious.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.whattheforkfoodblog.com/2015/04/02/chocolate-peanut-butter-cup-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>My Kitchen Love</p><p>This ice cream cake has thin layers of brownie cookies with thick chocolate chip ice cream. Topped with whipped cream and extra sprinkles!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.mykitchenlove.com/ice-cream-sandwich-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Ice Cream Sandwich Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Ice Cream Sandwich Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Delicious Little Bites</p><p>A rich and delicious over-the-top ice cream cake.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://deliciouslittlebites.com/fatterboy-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fatterboy Ice Cream Sandwich Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Fatterboy Ice Cream Sandwich Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Pastry Chef Online</p><p>This cake is layered and frosted with no-churn cream. Delicious.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://pastrychefonline.com/neapolitan-no-churn-ice-cream-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Neapolitan No-Churn Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Neapolitan No-Churn Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Let's Eat Cake</p><p>This cake has a chocolate cake base and a center of chocolate and hazelnut HemisFares gelato that’s wrapped in a layer of crushed hazelnut cookies.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.letseatcake.com/chocolate-hazelnut-candy-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Hazelnut Candy Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Hazelnut Candy Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Living the Gourmet</p><p>A decadent summer treat with buttery graham crackers mixed with almonds and hot fudge syrup. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://livingthegourmet.com/2016/07/butter-pecan-vanilla-ice-cream-cake.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Butter Pecan and Vanilla Ice Cream Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Butter Pecan and Vanilla Ice Cream Cake</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: 55 <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/55-congratulatory-graduation-cake-ideas-191512787.html" data-ylk="slk:Best Graduation Cake Ideas;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Best Graduation Cake Ideas</a></strong></p>

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