Go Back
Orange Spice Ice Cream Cake Delight

Orange Spice Ice Cream Cake Delight

4.25 from 4 votes
A refreshing and creamy ice cream cake infused with bright orange zest and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a festive dessert with a citrusy twist.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Ice Cream Layers
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest from about 2 oranges
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 0.5 cup candied orange peel chopped

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust. Freeze for 15 minutes to set.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the sweetened condensed milk mixture until fully incorporated. Then, fold in the softened vanilla ice cream until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the ice cream mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. Before serving, remove the cake from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes to soften slightly. Top with whipped cream and candied orange peel if desired.
  6. Slice and serve immediately. Store leftovers covered in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut ice cream and coconut whipped cream. You can also add a splash of orange liqueur (like Grand Marnier) to the mixture for an adult twist.