Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 gallon mint chocolate chip ice cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
Special equipment needed:
- Parchment paper
- 10x15 inch jelly roll pan
- Ice cream scoop
- Plastic wrap
- Large mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer until well combined.
3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
4. Bake the cake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. While the cake is baking, let the mint chocolate chip ice cream soften at room temperature.
6. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on top of the cake, then flip the cake over onto the plastic wrap.
8. Carefully peel off the parchment paper from the bottom of the cake.
9. Spread the softened mint chocolate chip ice cream onto the cake, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
10. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped mint leaves over the ice cream.
11. Starting at one of the short ends, use the plastic wrap to help you roll the cake up into a spiral.
12. Wrap the cake roll tightly in the plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
13. Once the cake roll is frozen, remove it from the freezer and unwrap it.
14. Slice the cake roll into 1-inch slices and serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Freezing time: 2 hours
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Protein: 5g
- Sugar: 32g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any flavor of ice cream you like instead of mint chocolate chip.
- You can use dark chocolate chips or white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
- You can use dried mint leaves instead of fresh mint leaves.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts or crushed cookies to the ice cream filling.
- You can use a different flavor of cake mix, such as vanilla or red velvet.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the ice cream is soft enough to spread easily, but not melted.
- Use a serrated knife to slice the cake roll for clean, even slices.
- If the cake cracks while rolling, don't worry - it will still taste delicious!
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover cake roll in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Let the cake roll thaw for a few minutes at room temperature before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cake roll on a platter with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a sprig of fresh mint.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Hot cocoa
- Coffee
- Milk
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Chocolate-dipped strawberries
- Vanilla ice cream
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake cracks while rolling, use a spatula to smooth it out and continue rolling.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store the cake roll in the freezer to prevent the ice cream from melting.
Food history:
- Ice cream cake rolls have been a popular dessert since the 1950s.
Flavor profiles:
- Rich chocolate cake with cool, refreshing mint ice cream and crunchy chocolate chips.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cake roll as a special dessert for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion.
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