It sounds like you’re interested in a frozen tray dessert! There are many delicious frozen desserts that can be made in a tray, ranging from ice cream cakes to frozen fruit bars. Here’s a simple recipe for a classic frozen tray dessert: Ice Cream Sandwich Cake.
Ice Cream Sandwich Cake:
Ingredients:
- 12-15 ice cream sandwiches (store-bought or homemade)
- 1.5 quarts (about 1.4 liters) of your favorite ice cream flavor(s)
- Hot fudge or caramel sauce
- Crushed cookies, nuts, or sprinkles for topping (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Tray:
- Line a rectangular or square tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
- Arrange Ice Cream Sandwiches:
- Place a layer of ice cream sandwiches on the bottom of the tray, trimming them if necessary to fit the size of the tray.
- Add First Ice Cream Layer:
- Soften one flavor of ice cream (you can do this by letting it sit at room temperature for a bit) and spread it evenly over the ice cream sandwiches.
- Add Sauce and Toppings:
- Drizzle hot fudge or caramel sauce over the ice cream layer and sprinkle with your favorite toppings if desired.
- Repeat Layers:
- Add another layer of ice cream sandwiches on top of the first layer, followed by a layer of another ice cream flavor. Repeat the process until you run out of ice cream sandwiches and ice cream.
- Final Layer:
- Finish with a layer of ice cream sandwiches on top.
- Cover and Freeze:
- Cover the tray with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in the freezer for at least 4-6 hours, or until completely frozen.
- Serve:
- When ready to serve, use the overhang of the parchment paper or foil to lift the frozen dessert out of the tray. Slice and serve!
Feel free to customize this recipe by using different flavors of ice cream, adding layers of crushed cookies, nuts, or candies between the ice cream layers, or experimenting with various sauces. Enjoy your delicious frozen tray dessert!
