Description
The Ice Cream Chocolate Log is a stunning no-bake dessert featuring creamy ice cream encased in a crisp chocolate shell. Perfect for summer parties or holiday entertaining, this frozen treat is easy to make, customizable, and sure to impress guests.
Ingredients
- For the chocolate shell:
- 300 g milk or dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil
- For the filling:
- 1 liter vanilla ice cream (or preferred flavor: coffee, caramel, hazelnut, pistachio)
- 1 chocolate sponge cake or brownie crumbs (optional base layer)
- For the topping:
- Crushed nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, or peanuts)
- Chocolate chips or curls
- Optional: cocoa nibs, coffee beans, extra melted chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil together in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment or plastic wrap. Pour in half the chocolate and coat the inside. Freeze for 5–10 minutes. Repeat with remaining chocolate for a thicker shell and freeze again.
- Let ice cream soften slightly. Optional: press a layer of sponge cake or brownie crumbs into the base of the chocolate shell.
- Spoon ice cream into the pan, pressing to remove air pockets and smoothing the top.
- Drizzle a thin layer of melted chocolate over the top to seal. Cover and freeze for 4–6 hours or overnight.
- Unmold the log, sprinkle with desired toppings, and slice using a hot knife for clean cuts. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use flavored ice cream for variation: coffee, pistachio, caramel, etc.
- Mix crushed cookies, wafers, or toffee bits into the filling for crunch.
- Drizzle extra chocolate or dust with cocoa powder for an elegant finish.
- To slice cleanly, use a knife warmed under hot water and wiped dry.
- Store tightly wrapped in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
