This Dutch Pepernoten Ice Cream Cake is a no-bake, 5-ingredient holiday dessert with a crunchy pepernoten base and creamy filling. Perfect for Sinterklaas!
Cook Time 20 minutesmins
Freezer time 6 hourshrs
Total Time 6 hourshrs20 minutesmins
Course Dessert
Cuisine Dutch
Servings 8slices
Calories 572kcal
Ingredients
2cupskruidnoten(pepernoten)
2tablespoonsbutter
3cupschocolate pepernoten
2¼cupheavy cream
2tablespoonsugar
Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic
Instructions
Line a 8-inch loaf tin (20 cm) with baking paper.
Blend the pepernoten into fine crumbs.
2 cups kruidnoten
Melt the butter in a saucepan.
2 tablespoons butter
Mix the melted butter with the pepernoten crumbs.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the tin using the back of a spoon.
Put the tin in the fridge to set.
Chop the chocolate pepernoten into small pieces.
3 cups chocolate pepernoten
Whip the cream with the sugar until thick (like Greek yogurt).
2¼ cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoon sugar
Gently fold in the chopped chocolate pepernoten with a spatula.
Take the tin from the fridge and spoon the whipped cream mixture on top of the crust. Smooth the top with a spoon or spatula.
Place in the freezer for at least 6 hours to set.
Serving
Take the ice cream cake out of the freezer just before serving.
Remove the baking paper and let it soften for 10 minutes. Slice and enjoy!
NOTES
1. What if I don’t have chocolate-covered pepernoten? You can use regular pepernoten or mix in chocolate chips for a similar taste.2. Can I add extra flavors?
Swirl in caramel or chocolate sauce before freezing for an extra treat.
Add a splash of coffee liqueur to the cream for a grown-up version.
Top with whipped cream and crushed pepernoten for a decorative touch.
3. Storage
Freezer: Keep it covered in the freezer for up to one week. Let it soften for 10 minutes at room temperature before slicing.