Ninja Creami Birthday Ice Cream Cake Recipe
A Ninja Creami Birthday Ice Cream Cake is a fun and customizable dessert perfect for any celebration. Start by preparing a rich ice cream base with your favorite flavors, freeze it, and churn it into smooth, creamy ice cream using the Ninja Creami. You can layer the ice cream with a cake base, such as sponge cake, brownies, or cookie crust, creating a beautiful and delicious combination. Add mix-ins like sprinkles or candy to personalize the ice cream, then freeze to set the layers. Finish by decorating the cake with whipped cream, sprinkles, and candles. This cake is easy to make, versatile, and sure to be a hit at any birthday party!
Equipment
- Ninja Creami Machine
- Mixing Bowls: (for preparing the ice cream base and cake batter)
- Whisk or electric mixer (for mixing the ingredients)
- Spatula: (for spreading ice cream and batter)
- Cake mold or springform pan (for layering the cake and ice cream)
- Freezer-Safe Containers - (for freezing the ice cream base)
- Baking Sheet: (if making a cake or brownie layer)
- Measuring Cups and Spoons: (for accurate ingredient measurements)
- Knife (for cutting and serving the cake)
- Cake decorating tools (optional, for decorating with whipped cream, sprinkles, etc.)
Ingredients
For the Ice Cream Base:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (or flavor of choice)
- Pinch of salt
Optional Mix-ins:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, sprinkles, or candy pieces
- 1/4 cup caramel or fudge sauce (for swirling)
For the Cake Layer (Optional):
- 1½ cup all-purpose flour (for homemade cake)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Decoration:
- Whipped cream (as needed for topping)
- Sprinkles or edible decorations (as desired)
- Birthday candles (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt; freeze the mixture for 24 hours.
- Bake a cake layer by mixing butter, sugar, eggs, flour, and milk; cool completely.
- Use the Ninja Creami to churn the frozen ice cream base into smooth ice cream.
- Layer the cake and ice cream in a cake mold; freeze for 1-2 hours to set.
- Decorate with whipped cream, sprinkles, and candles before serving.
Notes
- Freeze Time: Ensure the ice cream base is frozen solid for at least 24 hours before churning in the Ninja Creami for best results.
- Cake Layer: You can use store-bought cake or brownies to save time, or skip the cake for an all-ice cream version.
- Mix-ins: Add mix-ins like sprinkles or candy pieces during the final moments of churning for even distribution.
- Layering: Allow the cake and ice cream layers to freeze together for 1-2 hours before serving to ensure the layers hold.
- Serving Tip: Let the cake sit for a few minutes at room temperature before slicing to make cutting easier.