Imagine eating your favorite candy bar stirred in with cool, creamy ice cream layers. Let me present you with this easy-to-make Twix Ice Cream Cake recipe, which combines the gooey caramel goodness of Twix candy bars with the cool vanilla ice cream layers and the crisp of the shortbread crust. (The crust is my favorite part!)
This homemade ice cream cake recipe is a delight for special occasions. It’s perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or any day when you crave an indulgent treat, and it’s topped with pieces of Twix, chocolate sauce, and caramel sauce.
Beat The Heat With This Twix Ice Cream Cake Recipe
This ice cream cake recipe was inspired by one of my kid’s lifetime love for Twix candy bars.
You’ll enjoy Twix Ice Cream Cake because it combines all your favorite desserts into one creation. The layers consist of creamy, smooth vanilla ice cream and the crunch of Twix with a gooey layer of caramel and rich milk chocolate. Together, they provide an indulgent treat that’s hard to resist.
Instead of serving a regular birthday cake for your kids, you can make it more interesting with Twix Ice Cream Cake. The cold layers of the cake not only provide an exciting burst of flavor but also a great way to beat the heat in the summer.
Best of all, this recipe is super easy to make. Simply chill the cake for at least six hours in the freezer, and it’s ready to serve! No oven required.If you want to try other easy cake desserts, check out my recipes for No-Bake Tiramisu Cake and Dreamy No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake.
Ingredients Needed
To make a delectable Twix Ice Cream Cake Recipe, you’ll need these ingredients.
- Twix mini candy bars: These are one of the key ingredients in making the ice cream layer of the cake. Check the expiration date when buying Twix in the grocery store because the freshest bars provide the best taste and texture. I use the caramel flavor for its classic taste.
- Vanilla ice cream: To ensure the best quality, choose brands that use pure vanilla extract. I use the vanilla bean ice cream to get the most authentic flavor.
- Shortbread cookies: These biscuit-style cookies are used to make the cake’s crust. To ensure quality, look for reputable brands like Pepperidge Farms Dublin shortbreads.
- Butter: Choose the sweet cream butter, as its mildly sweet flavor complements the rich ice cream layer.
- Chocolate syrup: To make your ice cream cake, replicate a Twix bar and top the cake with chocolate syrup. If possible, choose a milk chocolate flavor to match the milk chocolate from Twix.
- Caramel syrup: Twix candy combines chocolate and caramel flavors, so you want to pick up a bottle of squeezable caramel syrup on top of the cake.
📝 Note: You can find the full recipe with ingredients and measurements in the recipe card located at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Twix Ice Cream Cake
Making a Twix Ice Cream Cake is easier than you think. Here’s how.
Crumble The Shortbread Cookies
- Add the shortbread cookies inside a food processor.
- Pulse until the cookies are turned into fine crumbs.
Add The Butter
- Melt the butter in short intervals of 20-30 seconds in the microwave or in the saucepan over low-medium heat.
- Pour the melted butter into the food processor of cookie crumbs.
- Mix until fully combined.
Layer Crumbs In The Pan
- Place the fine crumb mixture in a single layer of a cake pan.
- Press to form a solid crust.
- Freeze for 20 minutes to set.
Chop The Twix Bars
- Using a knife, cut the Twix bars into bite-sized pieces on a chopping board.
- Set aside some for the topping.
Add Twix To The Softened Ice Cream
- In a large bowl of softened ice cream, add the chops of Twix bars.
- Mix the two ingredients to fully combine.
Freeze To Harden
- Freeze for at least six hours or overnight.
- Spread the ice cream layer over the frozen crust evenly.
- Cover the cake pan with foil or plastic wrap.
Add The Toppings
- Slice the cake to serve and enjoy!
- Once frozen, drizzle the top of the cake with chocolate syrup and caramel syrup.
- Sprinkle some of the chops of Twix that you set aside.
Gina’s Tips For Recipe Success
- Before using the ice cream in the recipe, leave it at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften and spread easily over the crust.
- Line the cake pan with parchment paper or use a springform pan for easy removal.
- Let the cake rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes to make it easier to cut into slices.
- Use a warm knife to cut the cake into clean slices before serving.
Variation Ideas
- Swap vanilla ice cream with different flavors of ice cream like chocolate ice cream, strawberry ice cream, and mint chocolate chip ice cream.
- For extra crunch and texture, try adding nuts to the ice cream layer.
- Instead of shortbread cookies, you can try peanut butter cookies and chocolate chip cookies to make the crust.
Storing Leftovers
The only way to store your leftover ice cream cake is in the freezer. It is good to eat for up to 1-2 weeks. Here are steps on how to store it properly.
- Wrap the leftover cake in foil or plastic wrap tightly.
- Put the wrapped cake inside a freezer-safe dish or airtight container to double its protection from freezer burns.
- Label the cake to be guided for the expiration date.
When serving the cake, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before slicing.
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Twix Ice Cream Cake Recipe (Easy)
Note: Be sure to read through the recipe’s post for tips and details about this recipe.
Ingredients
- 5.5 ounces shortbread cookies, Pepperidge Farms Dublin or your favorite brand
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 5 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
- 9.7 ounces TWIX Caramel Minis Candy Bars, chopped and divided
- 1/4 cup chocolate sauce
- 1/3 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Set aside.
Make the Crust:
- Place shortbread cookies in a food processor. Pulse until you have fine crumbs.5.5 ounces shortbread cookies
- Pour the melted butter and crumbs into the food processor. Pulse to combine until the butter and crumbs are well blended.1/4 cup butter
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Freeze for 20 minutes to set.
Add the Ice Cream Layer:
- In a bowl, mix the softened vanilla ice cream with 2/3 of the chopped TWIX pieces.5 cups vanilla ice cream, 9.7 ounces TWIX Caramel Minis Candy Bars
- Spread this ice cream mixture evenly over the frozen crust.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight for best results.
Add Toppings and Serve:
- Once frozen and ready to serve, drizzle the chocolate and caramel sauce over the ice cream cake.1/4 cup chocolate sauce, 1/3 cup caramel sauce
- Sprinkle the remaining chopped TWIX pieces on top.
- Slice into squares and serve immediately.
Notes
Tips
- Softening the Ice Cream: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before mixing in the TWIX pieces. This will make it easier to spread.
- Serving Tip: Use a warm knife (run it under hot water and wipe dry) to cut clean slices.
Storage
- Leftovers: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or foil and store in the freezer for up to 1 week.
