18 Ice Cold Ice Cream Cakes You Need To Try This Summer

Rosemary Molloy

July 16, 2024 at 11:35 PM·4 min read

Now that the kids are almost out of school and the summer heat is about to be upon us, there's nothing better to cool off with, than a big slice of homemade ice cream cake. Everyone loves desserts from cheesecakes to sweet bread and even yummy muffins for breakfast, but if you're an ice cream lover, why not take dessert to the next level with one of these cool cake recipes? There's something for everyone on this delectable menu of ice cream cake recipes—from chocolate ice cream cakes and fruit-forward cakes to vegan ice cream cakes and even gluten-free ice cream cake options here.

Why Is Ice Cream Cake So Popular?

Ice cream cakes really came into their own in the 1980s with companies like Baskin Robbins and Dairy Queen coming up with a new, delicious way to celebrate a special occasion.

Over the years, their popularity has never wavered because not only are they yummy, but there is literally no limit on the flavors. You can make any variety of ice cream into an ice cream cake with just a little imagination.

Whether you're getting together with family and friends in the backyard, or celebrating a summer birthday, these cakes will surely impress. Try a few of our favorites (such as Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich Cake or Coconut Lime Ice Cream Loaf), pin them and most importantly, enjoy!