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Oreo Ice Cream Cake makes for the perfect no-bake dessert during warm summer months. Best of all, it only takes 5 simple ingredients!

Oreo Ice Cream Cake is a go-to for summertime, especially if you love cookies and cream! For more Oreo goodness, you may also love our Dirt Cake and Oreo Pudding Cake.

Oreo Ice Cream Cake recipe cut on plate with a bite missing.
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the perfect summer treat

Born and raised in Arizona, we are used to VERY hot summers. But even though we have become accustomed to them, we still like to have plenty of cool desserts to help us survive them!

One of our favorites is cookies and cream Ice Cream Cake.

Oreo Ice Cream Cake is delicious and super easy to make. If you’ve tried our Dirt Cake and love Oreos, then I think you’ll love this one too.

This cake can be changed up with your favorite ice cream flavors. I think we will try Mint Chocolate Chip next time, or maybe Bluebell’s Cookie Two Step which is half cookies and cream and half chocolate chip cookie dough – my fave!

We hope you enjoy this easy ice cream cake!

Oreos on counter for Oreo Ice Cream Cake recipe.

How to Make Ice Cream Cake

A lot of people are hesitant to make ice cream cakes because it seems difficult, but it’s actually really simple! It does take time since you have to freeze it after you add each layer (totaling 5 hours of freezer time), but believe me, it is SO worth it because you end up with these 5 delicious layers:

COOKIE CRUST. Add the crushed cookie crumbs to a bowl, reserving about ½ cup for the topping. Add the melted butter to the crushed Oreos, mix it up, then press it into the bottom of a greased 9×13 pan.

ICE CREAM. Spread the softened Cookies and Cream ice cream over the crust and freeze for 2 hours.

FUDGE SAUCE. Take it out, drizzle Chocolate Fudge Sauce over the ice cream and freeze for another hour. Make sure the sauce is cold because hot fudge sauce can cause the ice cream to melt.

FREEZE + ENJOY! Finally, add Whipped Cream and sprinkle with the remaining Oreos, then freeze for 2 more hours. Simple!

How to make Oreo ice cream cake process pics.

Variations

Layered cake. Use 2 round cake pans lined with plastic. Complete steps 1-3 dividing the ingredients evenly in each pan. Freeze.

Once frozen, lift both rounds out of the pan and stack them. You can add Oreos and whipped cream to the bottom ice cream layer, stack the second layer, and decorate the top.

Frosting the cake. You can use whipping cream to spread on top or a more traditional frosting.

Celebrations. Decorate this cookies and cream Ice Cream Cake according to whatever party you’re having.

  • Summer birthdays – add sprinkles and candles for an ice cream birthday cake.
  • Memorial day and 4th of July parties – use red, white, and blue colored sprinkles and candy.
  • Baby and bridal showers – decorate with frosting flowers.
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake Recipe in a baking dish.

Recipe Tips

Soften ice cream. When making your cake, soften the ice cream to about 15°F so that it’s easy to spread. Be sure that it doesn’t have a chance to melt.

Slicing the cake. Use a long serrated knife. Warm the knife in hot water, dry the excess water, and cut. The warm knife should slice right through the ice cream cake and create clean even slices.   

Serving tip. Prior to serving, thaw the cake for 30 minutes in the refrigerator, or 15 minutes on the counter. This will ensure the cake is at just the right temperature and consistency.

Line the pan with plastic wrap or parchment paper to make it easier to lift the cake out, cut, and serve.

Crushed Oreos. To crush the Oreos, place them in a food processor, or fill a Ziploc and use a rolling pin to break them up. Choose fine crumbs or more chunky pieces – your choice!

STORING + TRANSPORTING

STORE. As a general rule, ice cream cake can last in the freezer for 5-7 days and keep its flavor and texture. When storing, wrap in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container.

If your cake does not contain cream cheese, whipped cream, eggs, or buttercream then it can last for up to two months.

Transport an ice cream cake without melting. Use an insulated ice chest to transport your ice cream cake along with some ice to keep it cold. You have a few ice options:

  • Regular ice will work for a short travel time. Avoid opening the cooler until you’re ready to remove the cake.
  • Ice packs/blue ice last longer than regular ice and don’t leave water when they’ve melted. This is a good option for longer travel, or if your destination, such as a park, will not have a freezer to store the cake until it’s time to eat.
  • Dry ice is the third option. This will keep your cake frozen for quite some time. Be aware that you will need extra time to thaw the cake before serving or it will be too frozen/hard to cut.
Easy Oreo Ice Cream Cake Recipe cut and served on a white plate.

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5 from 246 votes

Oreo Ice Cream Cake Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Oreo Ice Cream Cake makes for the perfect no-bake dessert during warm summer months. Best of all, it only takes 5 simple ingredients!
Servings: 15
Prep: 10 minutes
Freeze Time: 5 hours
Total: 5 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1 pkg Oreos crushed (see notes)
  • 1/4 c butter melted
  • 1/2 Gallon cookies and cream ice cream softened
  • 16 oz jar hot fudge warmed
  • 8 oz carton whipped topping thawed

Instructions 

  • Add crushed cookie crumbs to a bowl reserving ½ cup for the top. Add butter and mix well. Press into a greased 9×13 pan.
  • Spread softened ice cream over crust and freeze for 2 hours.
  • Drizzle warm fudge over ice cream and freeze for 1 hour.
  • Add whipped topping, sprinkle with reserved Oreos, and freeze for 2 hours. Remove from the freezer and let it set out for 15 minutes before serving. ENJOY!

Video

Notes

A regular size package of Oreo cookies is 14.3 oz which is about 36 cookies. However, if you add more or less the recipe will still work. It just depends on how thick you want your Oreo crust to be and if your pan is big enough.

Nutrition

Calories: 689kcal, Carbohydrates: 82g, Protein: 10g, Fat: 35g, Saturated Fat: 21g, Cholesterol: 119mg, Sodium: 344mg, Potassium: 603mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 67g, Vitamin A: 1170IU, Vitamin C: 1.6mg, Calcium: 349mg, Iron: 0.6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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183 Comments

  1. Amy L Huntley says:

    5 stars
    This is the perfect Summer dessert. We have made this for a birthday cake/dessert too. So quick to put together and it looks like you spent hours making it!

  2. Michelle says:

    5 stars
    Made this for my daughter bday! It was amazing!! Thank you so much for sharing!! Better than store bought!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You are so welcome! Glad you tried it 🙂 Thank you for sharing that!

  3. Robin says:

    5 stars
    My son loves allllll things Oreo. This is so easy and betteR then store bought.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Oh, I am so glad you think so 🙂 We are oreo lovers over here, too! Thank you!

  4. CarrieAnn says:

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to try this with turkey hill mint chocolate chip ice cream! ?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Mmm..love mint chocolate chip ice cream! It will be so good!

  5. Karissa says:

    5 stars
    Sooo good!! Oreos are my absolute favorite!!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Hope you try it & like it as much as we do! Thanks!

      1. Ada W says:

        5 stars
        Oh man, this was so good! I actually made 2 in 9″ pie pans, one for my family and one to give away for someone’s birthday. We also substituted with mint chocolate chip ice cream. I love that the recipe is so versatile and adaptable! We didn’t have fudge sauce on hand, so I was so glad there was also a recipe to make that! My kids and husband keep asking when we’re making this again!!! So easy to make with a little planning for freezing time, and so worth it!

      2. Kristyn Merkley says:

        So happy you think that! Yes, it is very versatile! Mint chip is great with this recipe! Thank you for sharing that!

  6. Susan M Malinowski, MD says:

    5 stars
    Huge hit with the kids!!!!! I followed the recipe, but I added mini m&Ms on top of the fudge, and I put the fudge over the oreo crust – was delicious with the rudge over the oreo cookie crust. I then put the ice cream over it and then the cool whip with more mini m&Ms and candy sprinkles

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Sounds delicious! Glad it was a hit! Thank you for sharing that!

  7. Heather says:

    5 stars
    ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS!!! MY DAUGHTERS BIRTHDAY WAS LAST WEEK AND SHE HATES CAKE/FROSTING. I CAME ACROSS THIS RECIPE AND ALL THE KIDS LOVED IT!!! I DID USE FAMILY PACK DOUBLE STUFFED OREOS, 1.12GALLON ICE CREAM AND I COULDNT FIND A 16OZ JAR OF FUDGE SAUCE SO I USED 2-12OZ JARS AND LARGE CONTAINER OF COOLWHIP. I PUT IT ALL IN AN 11X17 PAN BECAUSE I WAS FEEDING 12 KIDS AND A FEW ADULTS. MADE IT THE DAY BEFORE AND IT WAS SUPER EASY AND WAY DELICIOUS!!! WILL MAKE AGAIN AND MAYBE EVEN TRY DIFFERENT FLAVORS

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      This is the perfect birthday cake! Everyone always loves it. I am glad it was a hit! Thank you for trying it!

  8. Sarah says:

    Ahhhh, okay. That’s not clear.
    So the “divided” part of the recipe isn’t the cookie itself, but divided into two measurements to be used at different points in the process.
    Thank you!

  9. Natasha says:

    5 stars
    mix ice cream and oreos and you’ve got me swooning! cant wait to give this a try!

  10. Tara says:

    5 stars
    Super easy and tasty — my kids were big fans!