Hot Fudge Ice Cream Cake Slice Recipe

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake
   1. Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box, usually around 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
   2. Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to the instructions on the cake mix box. Typically, you’ll need to combine the cake mix with oil, water, and eggs. Use a hand whisk or an electric mixer to blend everything together until smooth and well combined.
   3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
   4. Bake the cake for the amount of time recommended on the box, typically 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Ice Cream Layer
   1. While the cake cools, take the ice cream out of the freezer and let it soften for about 10-15 minutes at room temperature. This will make it easier to spread over the cake later.
   2. Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the softened ice cream evenly over the top of the cake, covering it completely. If the ice cream is too soft and starts to melt, you can place it back in the freezer for a few minutes to firm it up.
   3. Once the ice cream is spread evenly, cover the cake with plastic wrap or foil and return it to the freezer to set for at least 2 hours, or until the ice cream is firm.
3. Prepare the Hot Fudge Sauce
   1. In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly as it heats up to avoid burning the cocoa powder or sugar.
   2. Once the mixture starts to simmer, add the butter and continue stirring until it has fully melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
   3. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the fudge sauce cool slightly before using it to top the cake. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can reheat it gently over low heat to thin it out.
4. Assemble the Cake
   1. Once the ice cream layer is firm, remove the cake from the freezer. Drizzle the warm hot fudge sauce over the top of the cake. The fudge sauce should be warm but not too hot, as it will melt the ice cream if it’s too hot.
   2. Spread the fudge sauce evenly over the ice cream layer, or drizzle it in a fun pattern if you like a more decorative look.
   3. Return the cake to the freezer for an additional 30 minutes to allow the hot fudge sauce to set slightly and firm up.
5. Serve and Enjoy!
   1. Once the fudge sauce is set and the cake is firm, slice into squares or rectangles and serve chilled. Each slice will have a perfect combination of chocolate cake, creamy ice cream, and warm fudge.
      

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