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ICE CREAM PLUM CAKE

About Ice Cream Plum Cake

The concept of combining cake and ice cream dates back quite a long time, when people began experimenting with different ways to pair ice cream with other desserts. In recent years, this combination has led to a wide range of creative recipes, including ice cream-stuffed cupcakes, ice cream-filled donuts, and even cake and ice cream bars. The basic idea behind this dessert is to layer slices of plum cake with coffee, scoops of ice cream and chocolate sauce, resulting in a rich, creamy, and flavorful Ice Cream Plum Cake. Whether you're serving it at a party, or family gathering, Ice Cream Plum Cake can be enjoyed year-round and is sure to be a hit with guests of all ages!

Recipe by: cooktwirl

Photography by: cooktwirl

 

3 Reason You’ll Love Ice Cream Plum Cake

A Twist on Traditional Ice Cream Cake: Classic ice cream cakes are delicious, the addition of spiced plum cake brings a distinct and flavorful twist that makes the dessert stand out from typical ice cream cakes.

Easy to Prepare: While Ice Cream Plum Cake might sound ‘Fancy’, it can be easily made by layering store-bought or homemade plum cake with scoops of ice cream, making it a simple yet impressive dessert. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a visually stunning treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

No Special Equipment Needed: Unlike more elaborate desserts, Ice Cream Plum Cake requires no special tools or equipment, making it a hassle-free treat to prepare. Even leftover slices of plum cake can be easily transformed into this delicious dessert by simply adding scoops of ice cream, turning your leftovers into something special with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Instant Coffee Powder 2 tablespoon

2 tablespoon Milk

Dark Chocolate 125grams

4 oz or 118.29 ml Water

Ice Cream

165 grams Plum Cake

Recipe Step-by-Step
 

Step-1

Slice the Plum Cake into even, thick or thin slices, depending on your preference.

Slice the plum cake

Step-2

Chop the dark chocolate bar into small pieces using a sharp knife to ensure it melts more easily and evenly.

Brew the coffee

Step-3

Add instant coffee powder to a glass of hot water.

Add instant coffee powder

Step-4

Stir well until the coffee powder is completely dissolved.

Stir well

Make the Chocolate Sauce

Step-5

Add the chopped chocolate to a bowl.

Add the chopped chocolate

Step-6

Pour the milk into the chocolate.

Pour the milk

Step-7

Keep the heat on low as you gently melt the chocolate. This may take a few minutes, so be patient.

Melt the chocolate

Step-8

Turn off the heat and stir the chocolate until it becomes smooth and completely melted. Hot Chocolate Sauce is ready.

Step-9

Place the plum cake slices on a plate.

Cake slices on a plate

Step-10

Evenly drizzle the brewed coffee over the cake slices to ensure they become moist.

Drizzle the brewed coffee

Step-11

Cut the ice cream into slices.

Cut ice cream slices

Step-12

Gently arrange the ice cream on top of each cake slice.

Layer ice cream on top

Step-13 

Pour the hot melted chocolate sauce over the cake and ice cream layers, allowing it to cascade down and coat everything evenly.

Pour the melted chocolate

Step-14

The ice cream cake is ready to be served, offering a perfect balance of chilled creamy ice cream and warm, rich chocolate sauce that melts beautifully with every bite.

Ice cream cake is ready 

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Tips

Choose a rich, creamy ice cream that enhances the flavors of the plum cake, such as vanilla, chocolate, or spiced varieties like cinnamon or caramel. Also, make sure to let the ice cream soften slightly at room temperature for easier spreading and a smoother texture.

Use a serrated knife for cleaner cuts if the cake is dense or contains dried fruits, as it helps to slice through the cake without crushing or crumbling it, ensuring neat and even pieces.

Smaller pieces of chocolate melt faster and more consistently, making it easier to incorporate into your dessert and ensuring a smooth, uniform texture without any lumps.

Customize your ice cream plum cake with seasonal fruits or flavors, such as spiced apple in the fall, berries in the summer, tropical fruits like mango or coconut for a refreshing twist, pumpkin in autumn, or citrus varieties like lemon or orange in the spring for a burst of fresh flavor.

Top your ice cream plum cake with additional ingredients like nuts, chocolate shavings, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or whipped cream to elevate both the texture and flavor, adding even more variety to each bite.

When made with healthier variations, such as low-fat ice cream, non-dairy ice cream, fruit-based plum cake, or gluten-free plum cake, it offers a guilt-free indulgence, allowing you to enjoy the dessert without overdoing it.

Ice Cream Plum Cake can be served as a large, sliced cake or layered in portions in a big bowl, with each layer alternating between cake, coffee, ice cream, and chocolate sauce making it easy to serve by simply digging into it.

Prepare the dessert in advance by assembling it and freezing until you're ready to serve, saving time on the day of your event or celebration. If frozen, let the cake sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing to make cutting easier and prevent the ice cream from becoming too hard.

Ice Cream Plum Cake 

 

Equipment's Used for the Recipe

Glass

Bowl

Knife or Serrated Knife

Chopping Board

Spoon

Dessert fork

Saucepan

Serving Plate

Ice Cream Plum Cake

Conclusion

Ice Cream Plum Cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that combines creamy, refreshing ice cream with rich chocolate sauce, spiced plum cake, and a subtle hint of coffee bitterness. Simple to prepare and easy to serve, it’s perfect for any occasion, providing a memorable sweet treat for everyone. The delightful combination of hot and cold in every bite adds an extra layer of enjoyment. This recipe offers endless opportunities for creativity, allowing you to experiment with different flavors, toppings, and textures to make it uniquely your own.