Description

This Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwich Cake is a refreshing and indulgent dessert perfect for mint chocolate lovers. Layers of classic ice cream sandwiches are combined with a minty Cool Whip mixture, sprinkled with mini chocolate chips, and topped with a luscious drizzle of chocolate sauce. It’s an easy, no-bake cake that you freeze until set, making it a perfect make-ahead dessert for hot days or special occasions.

Ingredients

Units Scale

Ice Cream Sandwich Layer

24 ice cream sandwiches

Mint Cool Whip Mixture

1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
green gel food coloring, to desired shade
1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Toppings

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
1/4 cup chocolate sauce (hot chocolate syrup or jarred hot fudge)

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Instructions

Prepare the base layer: Unwrap 12 of the ice cream sandwiches and arrange them in a single layer in a 9×13-inch pan. Trim 1 or 2 sandwiches if necessary to fit the pan perfectly.
Make the mint Cool Whip mixture: In a large mixing bowl, gently fold together the Cool Whip, green gel food coloring, and peppermint extract until the mixture achieves a smooth texture and the desired shade of mint green.
Assemble the first Cool Whip layer: Spread half of the mint Cool Whip mixture evenly over the layer of ice cream sandwiches in the pan.
Add chocolate chips: Sprinkle half of the mini chocolate chips evenly over the Cool Whip layer to add a delightful crunch and chocolate flavor.
Repeat layering: Place the remaining 12 ice cream sandwiches over the chocolate chips to form the second layer, then spread the remaining mint Cool Whip mixture on top. Finish with the remaining mini chocolate chips scattered evenly on top.
Freeze to set: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or foil and freeze the assembled cake for at least 4 hours, allowing it to set completely.
Serve: Before serving, drizzle the chocolate sauce evenly over the top. Cut into squares and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert.

Notes

Adjust the amount of green gel food coloring gradually to achieve the perfect mint color without overpowering the flavor.
If you don’t have a 9×13-inch pan, use a similarly sized dish, trimming sandwiches as needed.
For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts between layers.
Use good quality peppermint extract to avoid bitterness.
Store leftovers tightly covered in the freezer for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 232
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 112mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 18mg