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Creamy St. Patrick’s Mint Ice Cream Cake Bites

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These creamy mint ice cream cake bites combine a moist cake crust with layers of mint ice cream, whipped cream, and chocolate chips for a festive and irresistible treat perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 quart (950 ml) mint ice cream (quality brand like Breyers or Häagen-Dazs recommended)
  • 1 standard box (15.25 oz / 432 g) yellow or white cake mix (or homemade cake batter)
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • A few drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (90 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pulse the cake mix in a food processor until fine crumbs form, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cake crumbs with melted butter and granulated sugar. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking pan to form an even crust.
  3. Bake crust for 10-12 minutes until just set and golden at the edges. Remove from oven and let cool completely (about 20 minutes).
  4. Let mint ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly. Stir in green food coloring with peppermint extract if desired.
  5. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla extract and powdered sugar (if using) until soft peaks form.
  6. Spread half of the softened mint ice cream evenly over the cooled crust. Sprinkle half of the chocolate chips on top.
  7. Spread half of the whipped cream over the ice cream layer. Repeat layers once more, ending with whipped cream on top.
  8. Cover pan tightly with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Remove from freezer about 10 minutes before slicing. Use a sharp, warm knife to cut into 1.5-inch (4 cm) squares or bite-sized pieces.
  10. Arrange on a platter and serve chilled or slightly softened.

Notes

Do not skip baking the crust to prevent sogginess. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Use a warm knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts. Freeze chocolate chips briefly before layering to prevent sinking. Press plastic wrap gently on surface during freezing to minimize ice crystals.

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