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Pistachio Ice Cream Cake
A show-stopping dessert that combines the creamy goodness of ice cream with the nutty flavor of pistachios! Perfect for any occasion, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Prep Time
10 mins
Freezing Time
8 hrs
Calories: 317 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) pound cake thaw overnight if frozen, see notes.
- 2 pints pistachio ice cream
- ½ cup chopped pistachios divided
- 1 cup Cool Whip
Instructions
- Leave the ice cream pints at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften, making them easier to spread.
- Remove the cake from its pan and place it on a cutting board. Using a sharp or serrated knife, carefully slice the cake horizontally into three even layers. You can use a ruler to ensure uniform layers.
- Line the empty cake tin with a large sheet of saran wrap making sure there is enough overhang to wrap the cake before freezing.
- Place the bottom cake layer in the cake tin. Scoop out the pistachio ice cream from the first pint and spread it evenly over the cake layer. Sprinkle one-third of the pistachios over the ice cream layer.
- Repeat the above process with the second cake layer, adding ice cream and pistachios. Add the top cake layer and gently press it down.
- Wrap the cake tin tightly with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 8 hours or up to a few days.
- When ready to serve, remove the cake from the freezer and unwrap it. Stretch the aluminum pan to release the cake, or run a knife around the edge to free it onto a serving dish or cutting board.
- Spread an even layer of Cool Whip over the top and sprinkle with the remaining pistachios. Using a sharp bread knife, cut the ice cream cake into 1-inch slices and serve.
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Notes
- Love the taste and convenience of Sara Lee Family Size Classic Pound Cake available in the grocery store frozen aisles
- Love the taste and convenience of Sara Lee Family Size Classic Pound Cake available in the grocery store frozen aisles
- Turkish pistachios work great in this recipe as they have a rich, buttery flavor with a hint of sweetness. They also have striking pinkish-red shells and vibrant green kernels making them visually stunning.
- Love the taste and convenience of Sara Lee Family Size Classic Pound Cake available in the grocery store frozen aisles
- I have used Van Leeuwen Sicilian Pistachio ice cream, use your favorite brand
- Turkish pistachios work great in this recipe as they have a rich, buttery flavor with a hint of sweetness. They also have striking pinkish-red shells and vibrant green kernels making them visually stunning.
Nutrition Information
Calories
317kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
58mg
(19%)
Sodium
131mg
(5%)
Potassium
328mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
29g
(58%)
Vitamin A
542IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
173mg
(17%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 317
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 317kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 131mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 328mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 542IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 173mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.