Yesterday marked a milestone as my little one turned five. Though I wasn’t entirely ready for him to grow up, his birthday wish was for an ice cream cake, and when your kid asks for something, you make it happen.
My partner, Jake, often reminisced about a dessert from his childhood known as “Yodel Pie.” This nostalgic treat was made with just three ingredients: Yodels, ice cream, and hot fudge. While I’m sure it brought back fond memories, I knew I could elevate it a notch. Instead of using store-bought hot fudge, I whipped up my own. With vanilla ice cream on hand, I mixed in a generous amount of crushed Oreos, far exceeding what any pre-packaged version could offer. The result? A deliciously indulgent creation.
I wish you could all experience its incredible taste. If you’re up for a challenge, here’s what you’ll need:
- Two boxes of Yodels (or any Swiss snack cakes), each cut into six pieces.
- Two gallons of your favorite ice cream, softened.
- Homemade hot fudge. While you could use jars from the store, I believe homemade makes all the difference. It only takes five minutes to prepare.
Here’s a simple way to make the hot fudge: Simmer one container of sweetened condensed milk, one bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips, one unsweetened baking chocolate square, and one tablespoon of butter until everything melts together. Stir in one tablespoon of vanilla, and you’re done!
Now, the layering begins. Start with a layer of Yodels, followed by a layer of ice cream, and then drizzle on the hot fudge. Keep repeating the layers until your bowl is full. Don’t forget to sprinkle any chocolate flakes that have fallen off in the process, then pop it in the freezer for a couple of hours to set.
The kids absolutely devoured it—even Jake was licking his plate clean! They’ve already requested I make this for every birthday this year, which I happily agreed to since it’s hard to mess up this delightful dessert.
Happy birthday to my sweet boy!
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In summary, this ice cream cake recipe is not just a dessert; it’s a celebration of family and joy, perfect for any occasion.