Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

This Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich cake is the EASIEST homemade ice cream cake you’ll ever make — only 3 ingredients and no baking required! This is our most-requested summer dessert of all time!

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

The Easiest Homemade Ice Cream Cake

We first made this ice cream sandwich cake for a party a few years ago… and it sure didn’t last long!

In fact, this Oreo Ice Cream Cake is now one of our go-to party desserts because everyone loved it so much!

There’s something about the combination of creamy ice cream sandwiches and the whipped Oreo frosting that is just heavenly! Seriously, I could just eat that frosting right out of the bowl by itself (and I might have while making the cake…don’t judge me!)

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

I knew that you all would enjoy this recipe because it is just SO easy, and it’s absolutely rich, chocolate-y and decadent! Plus, if I can make it, anyone can!

All you need are 3 simple store-bought ingredients and a couple hours to let the cake set!

Honestly, I think this homemade ice cream cake tastes more delicious than the fancy (and expensive) ice cream cakes you’d buy at the store!

Update 2020: Originally published in March 2015, this homemade ice cream cake has turned out to be one of our most popular recipes of all time on the blog! We’ve added some new photos and a video lately, but it’s still the same fabulous recipe!

PS- Be sure to try our Frozen S’mores recipe too!

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

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All you need are 3 simple, store-bought ingredients!

  • 12 ice cream sandwiches (or 18 mini sandwiches)
  • 1 medium size pack of Oreos
  • 1 large container of Cool Whip

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

Kitchen Supplies Used

  • Food Processor — Our Hamilton Beach Food Processor  is a true workhorse – it has lasted us years!
  • Silicone Reusable Baking Mats — We love these mats becausee they are non-stick and you can wash them to use over and over again!

PREP TIME: 10 Minutes

“BAKE” (aka FREEZE) TIME: 1-2 hours

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

Prep Tips

We’ve made this recipe MANY times over the years, so we’ve figured out a few tricks to make this ice cream sandwich cake even easier to make and serve!

  • Make sure Cool Whip is thawed before mixing frosting. If the Cool Whip is frozen it won’t mix well.
  • Decorate your cake with crushed Oreo cookies or even whole Oreo cookies on top for a wow-worthy dessert!
  • When you’re ready to serve the cake, give it 10-15 minutes to thaw so it will be easier to cut.
  • To slice, we recommend using a long serrated knife and running it under hot water for a few seconds.
  • This recipe can be made gluten free and/or dairy free by substituting the type of “ice cream” sandwiches and cookies used.  In this context, we use “dairy free” to mean lactose-free. Some brands of whipped topping may contain milk-derived ingredients, so be sure to check the labels.

How to Make Ice Cream Cake with Ice Cream Sandwiches

First, we’ll make our “frosting” by combining crushed Oreos and Cool Whip. A food processor is perfect for getting fine crumbs.

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

Add ground Oreos to mixing bowl containing 2 cups Cool Whip. Fold ground Oreos into Cool Whip until well combined — this is the “frosting and my FAVORITE part! Seriously, I could just eat the frosting by itself!

Place non-stick baking mat over a cookie pan and arrange four ice cream sandwiches together in center of baking mat.  Spread a generous layer of frosting on top.

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

Repeat with two more layers of ice cream sandwiches, then frost the top and sides of the cake.

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos
Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

Allow cake to set in freezer for at least 1-2 hours. Depending on how soft your ice cream sandwiches got while assembling, your cake may need more time in the freezer.

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

When ready to serve, remove from baking mat, slice and enjoy!

PS — Try the Dairy-Free version of this Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Cake!

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

What Size Cool Whip Container Do I Need?

We used the large size Cool Whip container, which is 16 ounces. You probably won’t use all of it, but the smaller container might not be enough.

And the way I see it, it’s always better to have a little extra frosting than not enough!

How Long Can I Keep Ice Cream Cake in the Freezer?

This is a great make-ahead dessert because it does need at least a couple hours to set before serving. You can even make the night before so it will have all night to re-freeze — this makes it much easier to get perfect slices!

For best flavor and texture, we recommend enjoying your homemade ice cream cake within a week. Keep covered as tightly as possible to prevent freezer burn or moisture from getting into the cake.

What is the Best Way to Transport an Ice Cream Cake?

For short distances, a cooler with ice will work just fine for keeping your cake frozen. If you have ice packs, those are even better because they won’t melt and fill your cooler with water.

Ice cream cake made with ice cream sandwiches and oreos

More of our favorite Cookies & Cream Desserts

  • Oreo Creme White Hot Chocolate
  • Cookies & Cream White Chocolate Lasagna
  • No-bake Cookie Pie

Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake Recipe:

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{3 Ingredient} Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Recipe

The EASIEST ice cream cake you'll ever make — only 3 ingredients and no baking required!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time1 hr 50 mins

Freeze Time2 hrs

Total Time2 hrs

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cake, cookies & cream, ice cream, ice cream cake, Oreo

Servings: 10 servings

Calories: 469kcal

Cost: $10

  • 12 ice cream sandwiches or 18 mini sandwiches
  • 1 medium size pack of Oreos
  • large container of Cool Whip

  • Chop Oreos in food processor until finely ground. 

  • Add ground Oreos to mixing bowl containing 2 cups Cool Whip.

  • Fold ground Oreos into Cool Whip until well combined — this is the "frosting."

  • Place non-stick baking mat over a cookie pan. (We love these Reusable Silicone Reusable Baking Mats!)

  • Place four ice cream sandwiches together in center of baking mat.  Spread a layer of frosting on top.

  • Repeat with two more layers of ice cream sandwiches.

  • Frost the top and sides of cake.

  • Allow cake to set in freezer for 1-2 hours.  Remove from baking mat.  Slice and enjoy!

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Calories: 469kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 339mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 290IU | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 3.9mg

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EAST HANOVER, NJ — Sandwich cookie pieces are the key ingredient in one of the most popular ice cream flavors. Now, Mondelez International, Inc., the maker of the world's best-selling sandwich cookie, is seeking to parlay that popularity with a line of frozen treats to be sold under the Oreo brand.

What is Oreo ice cream cake made of?

The layers of crushed Oreos, cookies and cream ice cream, and hot fudge with a whipped topping take a boring bowl of ice cream to the next level! These simple four ingredients come together in a no-bake dessert that will leave your family and guests thinking you spent hours and hours making the cake.

How is ice cream cake a cake?

An ice cream cake is a cake with ice cream as the filling for a swiss roll or a layer cake. A simpler no-bake version can be made by layering different flavors of ice cream in a loaf pan.

How long do you heat up an Oreo mug cake?

Place cookies and milk in a microwavable coffee mug, and crush together with a spoon until thick and slightly chunky. Microwave cookie mixture 1 to 1 1/2 minutes until set. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.