This Choc Mint Ice Cream Cake is an easy no-bake dessert made with a crunchy Oreo biscuit base, creamy mint choc chip ice cream and plenty of choc-mint chocolates on top.

Finished off with chocolate Ice Magic and all your favourite mint chocolates, it makes an impressive yet incredibly simple celebration cake for summer birthdays, parties and special occasions.

My daughter has never really been a big fan of traditional birthday cake, but she loves choc mint ice cream. So every year for her birthday, we make her a Choc Mint Ice Cream Cake instead and this version was a huge hit!

It looks like a real showstopper, but there’s no baking or complicated decorating involved. Simply press the Oreo crumbs into the tin, add the softened ice cream and leave it to freeze overnight.

On the day of serving, decorate it with all your favourite choc-mint treats for a fun make-ahead dessert everyone will love.

If no-bake celebration desserts are popular at your place, you may also enjoy my Berries and Cream Chocolate Ripple Cake.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No baking required. The freezer does most of the work for you.
Perfect for making ahead. Assemble the cake the day before, then decorate it on the day.
Easy to customise. Use your favourite mint ice cream and choc-mint chocolates.
Made for celebrations. It’s a fun alternative for anyone who prefers ice cream to traditional birthday cake.
Looks impressive. The chocolate drip and piled-high decorations turn it into a real showstopper.

Top Tips

Soften, don’t melt. Let the ice cream soften only until it’s spreadable.
Press the base firmly. Compact the Oreo crumbs well so the base holds together when the cake is sliced.
Freeze overnight. Give the cake plenty of time to become completely firm before removing it from the tin and decorating it.
Decorate on the day. Assemble and freeze the cake ahead, then add the Ice Magic and chocolates on the day you plan to serve it.
Prepare the decorations first. Unwrap and chop all the chocolate bars and biscuits before removing the cake from the freezer.
Work quickly with the Ice Magic. It sets very quickly when it touches the frozen cake.
Use a warm knife. Dip a sharp knife into hot water, wipe it completely dry and then slice. Repeat between cuts for neat, even pieces.
Keep it frozen. Take the cake out of the freezer only when you’re ready to decorate or serve it.

Variations

Try Mint Oreos: Use mint-flavoured Oreos in the biscuit base if you can find them.
Make individual cakes: Divide the Oreo crumbs and ice cream between small springform tins or silicone muffin moulds to create individual desserts.
Change the flavour: Use the same method with cookies and cream, chocolate, caramel or vanilla ice cream. Decorate the top with chocolate bars and biscuits that complement your chosen flavour.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your Choc Mint Ice Cream Cake straight from the freezer, particularly during warm weather.
It’s rich enough to enjoy on its own, but fresh strawberries or raspberries make a lovely addition and help balance the sweetness.

Storage

Keep the cake in the freezer until you’re ready to serve it.

Transfer any leftover slices to an airtight, freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer for up to one week for the best flavour and texture.

Keep the cake away from strongly scented foods, as ice cream can absorb other flavours and freezer odours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to remove the cream filling from the Oreos?

No. Process the whole Oreo cookies, including the filling. The filling helps bind the crumbs together without needing to add melted butter.

How long does an ice cream cake need to freeze?

Freeze the assembled cake for at least 8 hours, although overnight is best. It needs to be completely firm before you remove it from the tin and decorate it.

Can I make this ice cream cake ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the Oreo base and ice cream layer one or two days ahead and keep the cake covered in the freezer.

For the best appearance, add the Ice Magic and chocolate decorations on the day you plan to serve it.

How do I stop the cake from melting while I decorate it?

Prepare and chop all the decorations before removing the cake from the freezer.

Work in short stages and return the cake to the freezer whenever it starts to soften.

How do I cut an ice cream cake neatly?

Dip a sharp knife into hot water, wipe it completely dry and then slice the cake.

Warm and dry the knife again between each cut for neat slices.

Can I use another flavour of ice cream?

Absolutely! This recipe works with any ice cream that complements a chocolate Oreo base.

Chocolate, cookies and cream, vanilla, strawberry or caramel would all work well. Simply choose chocolate bars and biscuits to match your ice cream flavour.

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Australian

Yield: 8-10

Author: Ange Zahn