Hot Fudge Ice Cream Squares

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with Hot Fudge Ice Cream Squares, a delightful combination of creamy vanilla ice cream, a buttery chocolate cookie crust, and rich homemade hot fudge sauce. Perfect for parties or a decadent family treat, this layered dessert features the ideal balance of textures: a crisp, baked cookie base, silky smooth ice cream, and warm, velvety fudge. Top it all off with whipped cream, crunchy nuts, and a maraschino cherry for a truly show-stopping presentation. Quick to prep and freezer-friendly, these ice cream squares bring together nostalgic flavors with an elegant flair. Whether you're craving a cool summer dessert or a year-round indulgence, this recipe is sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 24 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1.5 quarts Vanilla ice cream, softened
• 2 ounces Unsweetened chocolate
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.67 cup Evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
• 1 cup Whipped cream (for garnish)
• 8 pieces Maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the chocolate sandwich cookies until finely crushed. Alternatively, place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush them using a rolling pin.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix the crushed cookies with the melted butter until the mixture resembles damp sand.

Step 4

Press the cookie crust mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely.

Step 5

Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the cooled crust. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Step 6

To make the hot fudge sauce, combine the unsweetened chocolate and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk.

Step 7

Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it begins to boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, continuing to stir until smooth.

Step 8

Remove the fudge sauce from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool slightly before using.

Step 9

When ready to serve, cut the ice cream squares into portions. Drizzle each square with warm hot fudge sauce and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.

Step 10

Garnish with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on top, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3122.4 grams (3122.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9871

Total Fat 538.50g	690%
Saturated Fat 265.90g	1329%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1053mg	351%
Sodium 4673mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 1225.00g	445%
Dietary Fiber 43.30g	155%
Total Sugars 884.50g
Protein 105.20g	210%

Vitamin D 277IU	1385%
Calcium 2824mg	217%
Iron 42mg	233%
Potassium 5488mg	117%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 48.2%